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Mexican Style Quinoa

Get ready for a taste explosion with our Mexican Quinoa! This versatile side pairs perfectly with everything from tacos to grilled steak. With less than ten ingredients, it is a simple recipe that doesn't compromise on flavor.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Quinoa
Diet Gluten Free
Keyword quinoa recipes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 194kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 15 ounces whole peeled tomatoes in juice
  • ½ teaspoon organic canola oil
  • 2 jalapeno chiles or serrano, seeded and diced
  • 1 cup white onion diced
  • 2 cups quinoa rinsed
  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 ½ cups cooked black beans drained and rised; or frozen peas thawed

Instructions

  • Place vegetable broth and tomatoes in a blender and process until smooth. Set aside.
  • Heat olive oil to medium high. Add chiles and onion and cook for 4 minutes. Add quinoa, then garlic and paprika and cook for 3 more minutes, stirring often. Add tomato mixture and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for 30 minutes.
  • Add black beans or peas and recover. Cook for 5 minutes longer. Remove from heat and allow to sit for 5 more minutes. Fluff and serve.

Notes

Servings 8, Calories 186, Fat 2.9g, Carbohydrates 32.4g, Protein 7.9g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 216mg, Fiber 4.6g, Sugars 2.8g, WW Pts 5

Nutrition

Calories: 194kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 3g | Sodium: 197mg | Potassium: 427mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 425IU | Vitamin C: 17.9mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 2.8mg