Quick and easy mexican quinoa bowl
Whip up a delicious and nutritious Mexican Quinoa Bowl in minutes! Featuring fluffy quinoa, sweet corn, hearty black beans, a dash of cumin, and tangy salsa sauce, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for a satisfying meal.
- 05 Apr 2025
- Cook time 20 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 4 Servings
- 5 Ingredients
The Quick and Easy Mexican Quinoa Bowl is a vibrant, nutritious dish that combines the flavors and ingredients of traditional Mexican cuisine with the health benefits of quinoa. It's perfect for a fast, healthy dinner or a satisfying lunch. This recipe is both vegetarian and gluten-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water using a fine-mesh sieve.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of water.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the saucepan, and let it cook for 15 minutes or until the water is fully absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff the quinoa with a fork.
- While the quinoa is cooking, drain and rinse the black beans.
- Measure out the sweet corn and ground cumin.
- Have the salsa sauce ready.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, sweet corn, black beans, and ground cumin.
- Pour the salsa sauce over the mixture.
- Gently toss all the ingredients until they are well combined and the quinoa is evenly coated with the salsa sauce.
- Divide the Mexican quinoa mixture into serving bowls.
- Optionally, garnish with fresh cilantro, avocado slices, or a squeeze of lime juice for extra flavor.
- This dish can be served warm or at room temperature and makes for a quick and nourishing meal.
Tips:
- Rinse the quinoa thoroughly before cooking to remove any bitter taste.
- If you prefer a warm dish, cook the quinoa and then mix in the beans, corn, cumin, and salsa while everything is still hot.
- For added flavor, consider topping the bowl with fresh cilantro, avocado slices, or a squeeze of lime juice.
- You can use homemade salsa for a fresher taste and to control the level of spice.
- This recipe can be customized with other vegetables such as bell peppers, tomatoes, or onions.
And there you have it—a delicious, hearty Mexican Quinoa Bowl that's as healthy as it is tasty! Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your meal rotation. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and the nourishing benefits of this easy-to-make dish.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 260 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 210kcal | 10% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 11g | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 36g | 11% |
| Fiber 11g | 28% |
| Sugar 4.95g | 5% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 2.25g | 3% |
| Saturated 0.33g | 1% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 18ug | 2% |
| Choline 50mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 0.25mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 0.24mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 2.07mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 0.25mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B9 100ug | 25% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 5mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E 1.83mg | 12% |
| Vitamin K 5ug | 4% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 88mg | 7% |
| Copper, Cu 0.36mg | 40% |
| Iron, Fe 4.53mg | 41% |
| Magnesium, Mg 90mg | 21% |
| Phosphorus, P 230mg | 18% |
| Potassium, K 660mg | 19% |
| Selenium, Se 3.52ug | 6% |
| Sodium, Na 660mg | 44% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.41mg | 13% |
| Water | |
| Water 200g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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