Best Kidney Bean And Quinoa Soft Tacos Recipes

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QUINOA BEAN TACOS



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I loved the idea of using quinoa in tacos, and this is what has evolved as a favorite variation around here. Feel free to adjust toppings to your favorites. This also works with soft tacos (the 6" size), but the extra texture provided by a crunchy shell with the soft filling is a nice touch.

Provided by Starrynews

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup quinoa
8 ounces refried beans
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
8 hard taco shells
1/2 cup lettuce, shredded
1 tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup onion, chopped
1 small jalapeno, chopped
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
sour cream, to taste

Steps:

  • Prepare quinoa according to package directions, about 15 minutes.
  • When quinoa is done cooking and water has been absorbed, stir in refried beans, cumin, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to combine and reduce to low heat.
  • Stir in shredded cheese until it melts. Be careful to continue stirring frequently, otherwise the mixture may scorch on the bottom.
  • If desired, warm taco shells according to package directions.
  • Stuff quinoa bean mixture evenly into taco shells and finish with your desired toppings.

KIDNEY BEAN TACO BAKE



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Here's an easy casserole that is hearty and very economical. It's a family-pleaser and popular at potlucks.-Leanne Obine, Ontario, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
1 envelope taco seasoning
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 cup crumbled tortilla chips
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the beans, tomato sauce and taco seasoning; bring to a boil. Transfer to a greased shallow 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes. Top with olives, tortilla chips and cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 616 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 2046mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 50g protein.

EASY MEXICAN QUINOA



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I was craving Mexican, but didn't have a whole lot in the house, rather than go shopping I threw this together and liked it so much I figured I should share the recipe. Next time I'm going to try adding corn with the tomatoes and kidney beans, perhaps a Mexican cheese blend, and Greek yogurt rather than sour cream. Also, I used the Allrecipes top-rated recipe for taco seasoning rather than a packet from the store.

Provided by CHEFLINDSEY

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, diced
½ cup quinoa
1 ounce taco seasoning mix
1 cup water
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat; saute onion in hot oil until slightly softened, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in quinoa and taco seasoning; saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Pour water into quinoa mixture. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir beans and tomatoes into quinoa mixture, cover the saucepan again with the lid, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water is absorbed, about 5 minutes more. Stir Cheddar cheese into quinoa, spoon into bowls, and top each with a dollop of sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.6 calories, Carbohydrate 41.3 g, Cholesterol 21.2 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 9.3 g, Protein 13.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 1002.3 mg, Sugar 5 g

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