ONE-POT MEXICAN QUINOA RECIPE BY TASTY

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One-Pot Mexican Quinoa Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: quinoa, water, salsa, cumin, black beans, frozen corn, salt, olive oil, avocado, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, water, tortilla

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 ½ cups water, or vegetable broth
1 ¼ cups salsa
1 tablespoon cumin
15 oz black beans, 1 can, drained and rinsed
1 cup frozen corn, defrosted
salt, to taste
olive oil, to taste
1 avocado, mashed
1 clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
4 tablespoons water
tortilla, to serve, optional

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover with a lid, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add in salsa and cumin, and cover for 5 more minutes or until quinoa is fluffy.
  • Add in black beans, corn, salt, and olive oil, and stir until combined.
  • For the avocado dressing, combine avocado, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in liquid measuring cup and whisk until smooth.
  • Whisk in water a little bit at a time until desired consistency is reached. 6. For extra smooth consistency, process all ingredients in blender or food processor.
  • Portion out into 4 containers and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511 calories, Carbohydrate 58 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 15 grams, Sugar 4 grams

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