Super Easy Southwest-Style Quinoa (Cooked in Rice Cooker)

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 3

Super Easy Southwest-Style Quinoa Recipe

Super Easy Southwest-Style Quinoa (Cooked in Rice Cooker)

by The Chefin Healthy

Prep

5 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cans black beans , rinsed and drained
	1 box quinoa
	2 cups water
	1 package dry taco seasoning mix

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

290

Sugar

Fat

Quinoa is a superfood that has gained popularity over the years due to its numerous health benefits. Southwest-style quinoa is a tasty spin on the traditional quinoa recipe and can be served as a side dish or a main course. This easy-to-follow recipe requires only four ingredients and a rice cooker for convenience. The dish is full of zesty flavors and is a great way to add plant-based meals to your diet. Serve it with sour cream, salsa, or avocado to enhance its flavors and enjoy!

Instructions

1.	Rinse and drain the cans of black beans.
2.	In a rice cooker, add the box of quinoa, 2 cups of water, and the package of dry taco seasoning mix. Stir well.
3.	Add the rinsed and drained black beans to the rice cooker. Stir again.
4.	Close the rice cooker lid and press the “cook” button. Let the rice cooker do the work until it finishes cooking for 20-25 minutes.
5.	Once the quinoa is done, fluff it up with a fork and serve!

PROS

This Southwest-style quinoa dish is easy to make in a rice cooker for a quick and effortless meal.

It is a plant-based meal that is gluten-free and suitable for vegans and vegetarians.

The dish is packed with protein and fiber which makes you feel full and satisfied for longer.

CONS

The dish might be too spicy for some people.

If you’re watching your sodium intake, be sure to use a low-sodium taco seasoning mix.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Southwest-style quinoa dish is full of nutrients and is a great way to add plant-based meals to your diet.
Quinoa is an excellent source of protein and fiber, which helps reduce blood sugar levels and improve digestion. Black beans, on the other hand, are an excellent source of antioxidants and fiber, which help improve heart health and boost immune health.
Overall, this is a healthy meal that will give your body the fuel it needs to get through the day.