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Instant Pot Mexican Quinoa Recipe

Instant Pot Mexican Quinoa Recipe
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4.5 from 22 reviews

This Instant Pot Mexican Quinoa recipe is a flavorful and satisfying dish that comes together quickly in the pressure cooker. Packed with protein-rich quinoa, black beans, corn, and a blend of Mexican spices, it’s perfect as a main course or side dish.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth

Additions:

  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies

Seasonings:

  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in the Instant Pot, sauté onion until softened, add garlic.
  2. Add Ingredients: Stir in quinoa, broth, black beans, corn, tomatoes, spices. Combine well.
  3. Pressure Cook: Close lid, set to Manual for 1 minute. Natural release for 10 minutes, then quick release.
  4. Finish & Serve: Fluff quinoa, stir in cilantro, serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Enhance with bell peppers or zucchini for extra veggies.
  • Great as a filling for burritos or tacos.

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