One-Skillet Mexican Quinoa

One-Skillet Mexican Quinoa
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    40 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    1.5K

Transport yourself to the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this effortless one-skillet quinoa dish! A symphony of textures and tastes, it's perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a festive gathering. This vibrant dish is packed with plant-based protein and zesty spices, sure to tantalize your taste buds.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    67 g
  • Cholesterol
    2 mg
  • Fiber
    17 g
  • Protein
    17 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    1099 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Warm the olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the jalapeño and garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

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Recipe View Stir in the black beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, corn, quinoa, and broth. Season generously with red pepper flakes (if using), chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a vigorous boil.

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Recipe View Cover the skillet tightly with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.

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Recipe View Remove from heat and gently fold in the diced avocado, lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

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Recipe View Garnish with additional fresh cilantro before serving.

For a smokier flavor, consider adding a pinch of smoked paprika along with the chili powder.
If you prefer a spicier dish, leave some of the seeds in the jalapeño, or add an extra pinch of red pepper flakes.
To make this dish even more vibrant, try using a mix of red, yellow, and orange bell peppers, diced small.
Serve this quinoa dish as a main course or as a flavorful side dish. It's also delicious served with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 511 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Greg West

    This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights!

  • Anastacio Beatty

    I added a can of Rotel for extra flavor and heat.

  • Holly Witting

    Easy to customize with whatever veggies you have on hand.

  • Christy Doyle

    I substituted vegetable broth to make it vegetarian, and it was delicious.

  • Furman Macejkovic

    My kids loved this, even the picky eaters!

  • Blanca Lang

    This is my new go-to quinoa recipe!

  • Renee Goyettewelch

    Next time, I'll try adding some shredded cheese on top.

  • Porter Gibson

    I doubled the recipe for meal prep, and it worked perfectly.

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