The Ultimate Instant Pot Mexican Quinoa Recipe

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1tablespoonolive oil

  • 1smallonion, chopped

  • 1jalapeno pepper, minced, or to taste

  • 3clovesgarlic, chopped

  • 1(15 ounce) canblack beans, drained and rinsed

  • 1(14.5 ounce) canfire-roasted diced tomatoes

  • ¾cupcorn kernels

  • ¾teaspoonsalt, or to taste

  • ½teaspoonground cumin

  • ½teaspoonsmoked paprika

  • ¼teaspoonchili powder

  • teaspoonblack pepper

  • 1cupdry quinoa

  • 1cupvegetable broth, or as needed

  • 2tablespoonschopped cilantro, or to taste

  • 1lime, juiced

  • 1avocado, diced

Cooking Directions

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe4
Calories442
% 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.

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