One Pan Mexican Quinoa (2024)

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This One Pan Mexican Quinoa comes together in under 30 minutes, is easy to make, and uses minimal dishes! This recipe will quickly become one of your go-to weeknight dinners.

Quinoa with black beans and veggies

This recipe for One Pan Mexican Quinoa is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner when you don’t have a lot of time to cook.

This recipe can also be made as a One-Pot Mexican Quinoa with the same instructions as you would to make it in a pan. (Just make sure to use a medium-large pot!)

Ingredients you’ll need

• Quinoa: the star ingredient of this recipe! Quinoa is great because it cooks up much faster than rice or other grains.
• Onion: for flavour
• Red peppers: you can really use any colour pepper you like!
• Jalapeno pepper: to add some heat.
• Corn: canned, fresh or frozen all work.
• Black beans: canned or dried. (If using dried, cook them according to package directions before using them)
• Salsa: your favourite kind will work just fine!
• Vegetable stock: to cook everything together
• Chili powder: to season

How to make this recipe

Start by sautéing the onions and peppers together in pan for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.

Add the corn, beans and seasoning and mix it all together, letting cook for another 2 minutes.

Add the quinoa, salsa and broth and bring it all to a boil, then cover and let simmer on low for 15 minutes. Fluff up the quinoa with a fork once it’s cooked.

Different ways to serve

You can enjoy this One Pan Mexican Quinoa just as it is, or you can use it in creative ways!

• Try adding in any of your favourite protein to it or melted cheese (regular or dairy-free for a vegan option)
• Use this Mexican quinoa as a filling for burritos or tacos
• Enjoy it baked as a casserole! Add any extra ingredients you like, put it in a baking dish and top it off with cheese and bake!

How to store

Store leftovers in the fridge in an air-tight container for up to 5 days. Reheat it in a pan on the stove or in the microwave.

This recipe can also be frozen in an air-tight container. Let it defrost naturally on the countertop.

Tips for making this recipe perfectly

• If you’re using canned beans and corn, look for low-sodium or sodium-free options. This will give you more control over the saltiness of the dish. You can always add more salt to it as needed.
• You can use any brand of sala you love for this recipe. If you like it spicy, go for a medium or spicy salsa.
• Don’t forget to cover the pan while it cooks!

More Quinoa Recipes to try

• Quinoa Kale Salad with Sweet Potato
• Southwest Quinoa Salad
• Slow Cooker Quinoa Chili

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posted by Jessica Hoffman on December 21, 2020 (updated October 20, 2023)

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