One-Skillet Mexican Quinoa

One-Skillet Mexican Quinoa

One-Skillet Mexican Quinoa is a vibrant and satisfying dish loaded with protein-rich quinoa, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and spices, all simmered together in one pan for easy prep and cleanup. Infused with classic Tex-Mex seasonings like cumin, chili powder, and garlic, it’s a wholesome and colorful meal that’s ready in 30 minutes or less. Top it with avocado, fresh cilantro, lime wedges, or a sprinkle of cheese to customize it to your taste. Perfect for meal prep, Meatless Mondays, or a quick and healthy dinner the whole family will love.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner, one pot meal
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium jalapeño pepper chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1 15 ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 14.5 ounce can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup yellow corn
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes or to taste
  • 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 medium avocado – peeled pitted, and diced
  • 1 medium lime juiced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Equipment

  • Large skillet with lid
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula or wooden spoon
  • Can opener (for beans, corn, etc.)

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté jalapeño pepper and garlic in the hot oil until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  2. Stir black beans, tomatoes, corn, quinoa, and chicken broth into the skillet. Season with pepper flakes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper; bring to a boil.
  3. Cover the skillet with a lid, reduce heat to low, and simmer until quinoa is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed, about 20 minutes.
  4. Add avocado, lime juice, and cilantro; stir until combined.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 67gProtein: 17gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 1099mgPotassium: 1021mgFiber: 17gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 82mgIron: 5mg

Notes

The magazine version of this recipe is called One-Skillet Quinoa with Black Beans. Please note differences in ingredient amounts and time when following the magazine version of this recipe.

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