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Southwestern Quinoa recipe is a Side Dish meal that takes 15 minutes to make. If you enjoy for Side Dish, you will like Southwestern Quinoa!

Southwestern Quinoa

Southwestern Quinoa Recipe
Southwestern Quinoa

A southwestern twist on quinoa that works as a sidedish or entree. As prepared, a low-to-medium amount of "heat", but easy to adjust depending upon your preferences. For less heat use plain black beans or tomatoes; for more heat, add hot sauce, spices, or peppers to taste.

Southwestern Quinoa

What Course Is Southwestern Quinoa?

Southwestern Quinoa is for Side Dish.


How Long Does Southwestern Quinoa Recipe Take To Prepare?

Southwestern Quinoa takes 10 minutes to prepare.


How Long Does Southwestern Quinoa Recipe Take To Cook?

Southwestern Quinoa takes 15 minutes to cook.


How Many Servings Does Southwestern Quinoa Recipe Make?

Southwestern Quinoa makes 6 servings.


What Are The Ingredients For Southwestern Quinoa Recipe?

The ingredients for Southwestern Quinoa are:

1 can (10 oz) Ro-tel Diced Tomatoes w/ Lime Juice & Cilantro (liquid reserved)

1 can (11 oz) Green Giant Niblets Corn

1 can (15 oz) Kuner Southwestern Black Beans w/ Jalapenos

1 cup Quinoa

Water



How Do I Make Southwestern Quinoa?

Here is how you make Southwestern Quinoa:

Rinse & strain black beans until water runs clear. Strain liquid off corn. Strain liquid from tomatoes into measuring cup and reserve.Place uncooked quinoa into medium saucepan on medium-low heat. Toast until fragrant (about 5 minutes), tossing occasionally.Take reserved liquid from tomatoes and add enough water to make 2 cups. Pour liquid over toasted quinoa and cover. Simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until liquid is completely absorbed and quinoa is tender.While quinoa is simmering, combine corn, tomatoes & black beans in skillet on medium-high heat. Stir frequently cooking until liquid has evaporated and ingredients are heated through. Keep warm until quinoa is finished cooking.Combine vegetable mixture and quinoa.Makes 6 servings, 3/4 cup eachNumber of Servings: 6Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user HABITATPAT.


What's The Nutritional Info For Southwestern Quinoa?

The nutritional information for Southwestern Quinoa is:

  • Servings Per Recipe: 6
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 216.2
  • Total Fat: 2.5 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
  • Sodium: 344.7 mg
  • Total Carbs: 39.3 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 5.3 g
  • Protein: 8.1 g

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