INSTANT POT® MEXICAN QUINOA

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Mexican quinoa flavored with cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder. This easy 1-pot meal is made in the Instant Pot® and is the perfect meal for those busy days. Vegan and gluten free! Top with guacamole, salsa, or some sour cream.

Provided by Misty Noelle

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, minced, or to taste
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14.5 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
¾ cup corn kernels
¾ teaspoon salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
¼ teaspoon chili powder
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup dry quinoa
1 cup vegetable broth, or as needed
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, or to taste
1 lime, juiced
1 avocado, diced

Steps:

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add oil, onion, jalapeno pepper, and garlic. Saute until onion is softened, about 2 minutes. Add black beans, tomatoes, and corn; mix well. Season with salt, cumin, paprika, chili powder, and black pepper. Add quinoa and toss until well combined. Pour in broth and mix.
  • Close and lock the lid; set valve to the sealing position. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 1 minute. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Open the pot and fluff quinoa using a fork. Add cilantro and lime juice. Stir in avocado.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.1 calories, Carbohydrate 66 g, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 16.2 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 1245 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

Poise Mavhene
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This recipe was a disaster! The quinoa was mushy and the flavors were all wrong. I ended up throwing it away.


Sajidjee Sajidjee
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I'm not a big fan of quinoa, but this recipe was actually pretty good. The flavors were well-balanced and the quinoa was cooked perfectly.


Meer Muhammad Mujtaba Khan Jamali
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. I added some black beans and corn, and it was a delicious and filling meal.


Adenike Ifedayo
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the leftovers are great for lunch the next day.


syedrehman syedrehman
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Great recipe! I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the flavors and the quinoa was cooked perfectly.


Jeon Hanaa
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Delicious and healthy! This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of veggies and protein. I love that it's so easy to make, too. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular meal rotation.


Glosh Ug
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I had to add extra seasoning to make it more flavorful. The quinoa also came out a bit mushy, even though I followed the cooking time exactly.


M S (Mike)
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Meh.


Tracy Mobley
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Easy and flavorful! I'm not usually a fan of quinoa, but this dish changed my mind. The combination of spices and veggies was perfect. I served it with some sour cream and salsa, and it was a hit with my family.


Juwon Olokoobi
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This recipe is a lifesaver for busy weeknights! The quinoa cooks perfectly in the Instant Pot, and the Mexican flavors are delicious. I added some extra veggies, like bell peppers and corn, and it turned out great. Will definitely be making this agai