Best 10 Southwestern Quinoa Chowder Recipes

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Welcome to the world of flavors, where culinary adventures meet hearty goodness. In this article, we embark on a journey to discover the best recipe for a delectable dish that's packed with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients - "Southwestern Quinoa Chowder". This creamy and comforting chowder combines the best of southwestern spices, tender quinoa, and an array of colorful vegetables, promising a satisfying meal that warms the soul on a chilly day. Get ready to explore a symphony of tastes as we guide you through the process of creating the ultimate Southwestern Quinoa Chowder, a dish that will leave your taste buds dancing!

Let's cook with our recipes!

SOUTHWESTERN QUINOA



Southwestern Quinoa image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Saute 3 sliced scallions and 1 minced jalapeno in olive oil until softened. Stir in 2 teaspoons tomato paste and 1/2 teaspoon each ground cumin, ancho chile powder and kosher salt. Add 1 1/4 cups water and 3/4 cup each rinsed quinoa and frozen fire-roasted corn. Simmer until the liquid is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in 1 can pinto beans (drained and rinsed); season with salt.

SOUTHWESTERN QUINOA SALAD



Southwestern Quinoa Salad image

A healthy grain salad with lots of fresh flavor.

Provided by Ashley Steele

Categories     Salad     Grains     Quinoa Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup quinoa
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups chicken broth
½ cup diced green bell pepper
½ cup diced red onion
1 cup corn
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
¼ cup chopped cilantro
1 large tomato, diced
½ cup fresh lime juice, or to taste
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon adobo seasoning
½ cup feta cheese
salt and black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water, and drain. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat, and cook and stir the quinoa until the water has evaporated and the quinoa is lightly toasted, about 3 minutes. Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the quinoa has absorbed all the broth, about 10 minutes. Cool quinoa in refrigerator at least 10 minutes.
  • Mix together green pepper, red onion, corn, black beans, cilantro, tomato, lime juice, red wine vinegar, olive oil, adobo seasoning, and feta cheese in a large salad bowl. Lightly stir in the quinoa, and season with salt, pepper, and additional lime juice to taste, if desired. Chill the salad at least 30 minutes before serving; serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.1 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 17.8 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 196.7 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

SOUTHWESTERN-STYLE QUINOA SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Southwestern-style Quinoa Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: vegetable oil, garlic, jalapeño, black beans, corn, roma tomatoes, quinoa, vegetable stock, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, avocado, lime, fresh cilantro

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories     Lunch

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeño, minced
15 oz black beans
15 oz corn
3 roma tomatoes, diced
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 cups vegetable stock
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 avocado, cubed
1 lime, juiced
fresh cilantro, to garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and jalapeño and cook for about 2 minutes, until softened.
  • Add the black beans, corn, tomatoes, quinoa, vegetable stock, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir, then cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
  • Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and top with the avocado, lime juice, and cilantro.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1804 calories, Carbohydrate 204 grams, Fat 96 grams, Fiber 35 grams, Protein 35 grams, Sugar 31 grams

ONE-PAN SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN QUINOA RECIPE BY TASTY



One-Pan Southwestern Chicken Quinoa Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, chicken breasts, garlic, jalapeño, quinoa, vegetable broth, black beans, fire-roasted diced tomato, corn, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, avocado, lime, fresh cilantro

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 chicken breasts, diced
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 jalapeño, diced
1 cup quinoa
1 cup vegetable broth
15 oz black beans, 1 can
15 oz fire-roasted diced tomato, 1 can
1 cup corn
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon cumin
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 avocado, diced
1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, extra for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Dice chicken breasts and cook thoroughly. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add crushed garlic and a diced jalapeño pepper (leave the jalapeño seeds in for extra spice).
  • Stir in quinoa, vegetable broth, beans, tomatoes, corn, chili powder and cumin; season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cover and simmer until quinoa is cooked through, roughly 30 minutes.
  • Stir in diced avocado, cilantro, and lime juice.
  • Serve garnished with extra cilantro.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 775 calories, Carbohydrate 79 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 16 grams, Protein 39 grams, Sugar 11 grams

SOUTHWESTERN QUINOA CHOWDER



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A warm, filling soup with a zip - great for cold weather! If you prefer a little less spicy heat, feel free to reduce the cayenne pepper to your taste.

Provided by Starrynews

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/3 cup onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 poblano chile, seeded and diced
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
2 cups vegetable broth
1 cup corn
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup milk
salt and pepper, to taste
4 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
1 small tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a pot. Saute onion and garlic until onion is translucent.
  • Add poblano chili and red pepper, and sauté 2-3 minutes, until softened.
  • Add quinoa and broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 minutes.
  • Stir in corn, cumin, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and milk and simmer an additional 5-10 minutes uncovered, until thickened. Stir occasionally.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Serve warm, garnished as desired with cilantro, tomato, and cheddar cheese.

SOUTHWESTERN QUINOA SALAD



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Make and share this Southwestern Quinoa Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Melissa

Categories     Grains

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup quinoa, uncooked
2 cups water
1/3 cup chopped tomato
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup frozen corn, defrosted
1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup seedless cucumber, diced
1 chipotle chile in adobo
2 tablespoons light sour cream
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
3/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cook quinoa according to package directions.
  • Spread on a baking sheet to cool.
  • Mix cooled quinoa with vegetables and beans.
  • Blend dressing ingredients in blender until smooth.
  • Mix dressing with quinoa.
  • Chill and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.4, Fat 4, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 2.5, Sodium 305.7, Carbohydrate 44.4, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 2, Protein 9.2

SOUTHWEST QUINOA POWER BOWL WITH HONEY-LIME DRESSING



Southwest Quinoa Power Bowl with Honey-Lime Dressing image

A filling plant-based meal using simple whole foods and some adobo seasoning makes for one delicious Southwest quinoa power bowl. Top with a healthy, homemade honey-lime dressing and this bowl will be on repeat! Packed with protein and fiber, plus it's gluten free and dairy free.

Provided by Ric Bussey

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 cups quinoa
1 ½ cups water
¾ teaspoon adobo seasoning, or more to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil, or to taste
3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
¾ cup onion, chopped
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ cups canned black beans, rinsed
3 medium red bell peppers, sliced
3 medium avocados, sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste
9 tablespoons lime juice
6 tablespoons canned coconut milk
3 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons raw honey
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Rinse quinoa in a fine mesh strainer and place in a small pot. Add 1 1/2 cups water and bring to a boil. Add 3/4 teaspoon adobo seasoning, lower heat, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water is almost gone, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  • While the quinoa is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sweet potatoes and onion and season with salt and pepper. Add more adobo seasoning if desired. Cook over medium heat until sweet potatoes are tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  • Meanwhile, make dressing: whisk lime juice, coconut milk, water, honey, olive oil, and salt together in a bowl. Set aside.
  • Distribute quinoa, sweet potato-onion mixture, black beans, bell peppers, and avocados in 6 bowls. Dress with honey-lime dressing and garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 760.5 calories, Carbohydrate 112.6 g, Fat 28.1 g, Fiber 22.1 g, Protein 20.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 506.2 mg, Sugar 17.7 g

SOUTHWESTERN QUINOA



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Quinoa is not only a complete protein, providing all the essential amino acids, it's also gluten-free. This light and delicate grain has a delicious nutty flavor that is perfect for summer weather. The type of chile is up to you. For a milder flavor, choose an Anaheim green chile; pasillas or jalapeños will give more of a bite. You may use spinach rather than kale or chard. If you find that your greens emerge browner than you'd like, move them down a layer and top with the bell pepper instead.

Yield serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

Olive oil spray
3/4 cup quinoa
1 cup broth (chicken or vegetable) or water
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 to 3/4 pound beef or turkey, tenderloin or ground
1/8 teaspoon sea salt
1 scallion, white and green parts, sliced
1 green chile, stemmed, seeded, and chopped
1 small summer squash, halved lengthwise and sliced into 1-inch pieces
1/2 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and sliced
3 or 4 kale or Swiss chard leaves, stemmed and roughly chopped (about 2 cups)
1/2 cup salsa, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450°F.
  • Spray the inside and lid of a cast-iron Dutch oven with olive oil.
  • Pour in the quinoa. Add the liquid and cumin and stir to dissolve the cumin and evenly coat the grains. Add the meat and sprinkle with the salt, scallion, and chile.
  • Add the squash in a layer, followed by the bell pepper.
  • Top with the greens, making certain none hangs over the edge. If using, pour the salsa over all.
  • Cover and bake for about 35 minutes, or until 3 minutes after the aroma of a fully cooked meal escapes the oven. Serve immediately.
  • Calories: 402
  • Protein: 14g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fat: 11g
  • Cholesterol: 86g
  • Sodium: 268mg
  • Fiber: 7g

SOUTHWESTERN CORN CHOWDER



Southwestern Corn Chowder image

A family friend gave me this spicy chowder recipe years ago. We usually take a batch along when we go camping. It's a fast filling meal that satisfies all appetites.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 7 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn
3/4 cup picante sauce
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
Shredded Monterey Jack cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook chicken and onion in oil until chicken is no longer pink. Stir in the broth, corn and picante sauce and cumin. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in peppers and cilantro. , Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Spoon into bowls; top with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 611mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

SLOW-COOKER SOUTHWESTERN QUINOA



Slow-Cooker Southwestern Quinoa image

For a change from rice side dishes, try slow-cooked quinoa with spicy beans and roasted peppers to add southwestern flavor to your meal.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 large onions, chopped (2 cups)
1 1/2 cups uncooked quinoa, rinsed, well drained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
3 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 can (15 oz) spicy chili beans, undrained
1 jar (7 oz) roasted red bell peppers, drained, chopped (3/4 cup)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onion in oil about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent.
  • Spray 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, mix onions, quinoa, salt, oregano, broth and beans.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes.
  • With large fork, gently stir roasted peppers into mixture in slow cooker. Cover; cook 10 minutes longer or until thoroughly heated. Stir in cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 5 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (About 3/4 Cup), Sodium 920 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Prep your ingredients beforehand: Chop, dice, and measure all of your ingredients before you start cooking to ensure a smooth and efficient cooking process.
  • Use vegetable broth instead of water: This simple substitution adds an extra layer of flavor to the chowder without requiring much effort.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: If you're cooking the chowder in a small pot, cook the vegetables in batches to prevent overcrowding and ensure they cook evenly.
  • Season to taste: Always taste the chowder before serving and adjust the seasonings accordingly. You may need to add more salt, pepper, or chili powder to suit your preferences.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs: Before serving, sprinkle some chopped cilantro or parsley over the chowder for an extra burst of flavor and color.

Conclusion:

Southwestern quinoa chowder is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is packed with healthy ingredients like quinoa, black beans, corn, and tomatoes, and it is also relatively easy to make. Whether you are a vegetarian or just looking for a new and flavorful soup recipe, this southwestern quinoa chowder is sure to please. So next time you're in the mood for a warm and comforting meal, give this recipe a try!

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