Description
A hearty and nutritious one pot meal featuring quinoa and black beans, packed with flavor and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
- Lime wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the quinoa, vegetable broth, black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and has absorbed the liquid.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the quinoa with a fork and serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges if desired.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 60
- Fiber: 10
- Protein: 12
Keywords: one pot vegetarian meals, quinoa recipes, vegetarian dinner, easy vegetarian meals, healthy one pot meals