One Pot Mexican Quinoa (V)

Packed with nutrition, this One Pot Mexican Quinoa is delicious and light – plus only takes 30 minutes to make!

Suitable for Vegetarians

Serves : 4     Prep : 5 mins     Cook : 25 mins

WHAT YOU NEED:

• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 chilli pepper, sliced
• 1 cup (170g) quinoa, uncooked
• 1 cup (240ml) vegetable stock
• 1 tsp. paprika
• 1/2 tsp. hot paprika
• 1/2 tsp. cumin
• 1 cup (165g) sweet corn, drained
• 1 cup (170g) black beans, canned, drained
• 1 can (14 oz./400g) chopped tomatoes
• 1 avocado
• 1 lime
• handful fresh coriander

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO:

1. Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add in the garlic and half of the sliced chilli pepper, cook for about 2 – 3 minutes.

2. Add in the raw quinoa and vegetable stock, increase the heat and add the spices (paprika, hot paprika and cumin), season with salt and pepper and mix well.

3. Next, add the sweet corn, black beans and chopped tomatoes. Mix well to combine, cover and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer (with the pan covered) for about 20 minutes until the quinoa is cooked.

4. Serve with the avocado, a drizzle of lime juice, fresh coriander and the remaining sliced chilli pepper.

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