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Instant Pot Mexican Quinoa Recipe
Instant Pot Mexican Quinoa features healthy grain flavored with cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder for easy 1-pot meals that combine convenience with authentic Mexican seasonings. This nutritious preparation demonstrates how superfoods can be enhanced with traditional flavors while the Instant Pot ensures perfect results with minimal effort. The 1-pot convenience eliminates cleanup while the Mexican seasonings create familiar, satisfying taste profiles.
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.
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients
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
Directions
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 (per serving)
| 442 | Calories |
| 14g | Fat |
| 66g | Carbs |
| 16g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 442 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 14g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat 2g | 10% |
| Sodium 1245mg | 54% |
| Total Carbohydrate 66g | 24% |
| Dietary Fiber 16g | 58% |
| Total Sugars 6g | |
| Protein 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin C 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium 83mg | 6% |
| Iron 5mg | 27% |
| Potassium 939mg | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
