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Instant Pot Mexican Quinoa

Instant Pot Mexican Quinoa

Serving

4

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

8-10

minutes
Calories

325

kcal

    This a is a vibrant, one-pot meal that’s hearty, nutritious, and full of flavor. Loaded with protein-rich black beans, colorful veggies, and bold spices, it comes together effortlessly in the pressure cooker in about 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, it’s naturally vegan, gluten-free, and easy to customize with your favorite toppings like avocado and cilantro.

    🛒 Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil

    • 1 small onion, diced

    • 3 garlic cloves, minced, or minced garlic

    • 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)

    • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed

    • 1 cup low-sodium or regular vegetable broth

    • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed

    • 1 (15 oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes (with juice)

    • 1 cup frozen or canned corn

    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

    • 1 teaspoon chili powder

    • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

    •  Salt and pepper to taste

    • Juice of 1 lime

    • Optional:

      • Fresh cilantro for garnish
      • Avocado slices for topping

    👩🏻‍🍳 Instructions

    • Sauté aromatics:

      • Turn on the Instant Pot to the Sauté function. Add olive oil, then sauté onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
    • Add remaining ingredients:

      • Add bell pepper, quinoa, vegetable broth, black beans, diced tomatoes (with juice), corn, and spices. Stir to combine.
    • Pressure cook:

      • Cancel Sauté mode. Secure the lid, set valve to Sealing, and cook on Manual or Pressure Cook for 1 minute.
    • Natural release:

      • Let the pressure release naturally for 8–10 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure.
    • Finish & serve:

      • Stir in lime juice, adjust seasoning, and garnish with cilantro and avocado if desired. Serve warm.

    💡 Tips & Add-Ins

    • Add chopped zucchini, mushrooms, or jalapeños for extra veggies.
    • Make it spicier by adding a dash of cayenne or hot sauce.
    • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for 2–3 months.

    🍽️ Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

    • Protein: 12g
    • Carbohydrates: 48g
    • Fat: 9g
    • Fiber: 10g
    • Sugar: 6g
    • Sodium: 420mg

    💡 Note: Nutritional values may vary slightly based on brands and portion sizes.

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