MEXICAN QUINOA
As a healthier alternative to Mexican or Spanish rice, this version uses gluten-free quinoa instead of rice for its additional protein and fiber and great taste. However, it still has all the great flavor and spices of your usual Mexican or Spanish rice dish.
Provided by Occasional Cooker
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir quinoa and onion in the hot oil until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and jalapeno pepper to quinoa mixture and cook until garlic is fragrant and slightly softened, 1 or 2 more minutes.
- Mix undrained can of diced tomatoes with green chiles, taco seasoning mix, and chicken broth into quinoa mixture. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until liquid has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Carbohydrate 38.1 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 986.1 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
VEGAN MEXICAN QUINOA BOWL WITH GREEN CHILE CILANTRO SAUCE
Quinoa gets tossed with red bell peppers, black beans, romaine, and red onions, then smothered in a dairy-free sauce with a jalapeño kick. An easy meal!
Provided by Mackenzie Schieck
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine cashews, green chile peppers, hemp milk, jalapeno pepper, and salt in a blender; process until smooth.
- Pour cashew mixture into a small bowl; stir in 1 cup cilantro.
- Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Divide romaine lettuce among 4 bowls. Top with quinoa, black beans, red bell pepper, and onion. Drizzle cilantro sauce on top. Garnish with remaining 1/4 cup cilantro and chopped avocados.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 855.3 calories, Carbohydrate 110.2 g, Fat 35.2 g, Fiber 32.6 g, Protein 33.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 1482.8 mg, Sugar 10.3 g
ONE SKILLET MEXICAN QUINOA
With a large family, I love these one skillet dishes where, for at least 15 minutes, I can 'set it and forget it!' And the kids love it! Serve it for Cinco de Mayo or any night of the week!
Provided by The Gruntled Gourmand
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute jalapeno pepper and garlic in hot oil until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir black beans, tomatoes, yellow corn, quinoa, and chicken broth into skillet; season with red pepper flakes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, cover the skillet with a lid, reduce heat to low, and simmer until quinoa is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed, about 20 minutes. Stir avocado, lime juice, and cilantro into quinoa until combined.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450.1 calories, Carbohydrate 67.1 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 17.2 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 1098.5 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
ONE-POT MEXICAN QUINOA RECIPE BY TASTY
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
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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