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Vegan One-Pan Mexican Quinoa

Ingredients

  • 1 TBSP olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 15 oz can black beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 1 14.5 oz can fire roasted tomatoes
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Spinach leaves
  • Sliced avocado
  • Low-fat, spicy dressing (optional)

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add black beans, tomatoes, corn, quinoa, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper to skillet.
  • Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer about 20 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed and quinoa is tender. 
  • Serve over spinach and top with avocado slices. Add your favorite low-fat spicy dressing, if desired.