Southwest Quinoa Fiesta
A vibrant and wholesome dish bursting with flavors of tender quinoa, caramelized onions, hearty black beans, and sweet corn. This gluten-free and high-protein recipe is a perfect option for a quick and nutritious weeknight dinner or a colorful side dish for any gathering.
ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeds removed and diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
steps
- 1.
Cook quinoa according to package instructions and set aside.
- 2.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until golden and caramelized, about 10 minutes.
- 3.
Add the jalapeno and red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
- 4.
Stir in the black beans and corn, then season with cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- 5.
Add the cooked quinoa to the skillet and mix well to combine all the ingredients. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- 6.
Serve the Southwest Quinoa Fiesta hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
