prepare according to package instructions (2 cups water to 1 cup uncooked quinoa). bring water to a boil, add quinoa, reduce to medium heat, simmer for 12 minutes.
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add taco seasoning for final ~5 minutes
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add black beans (well rinsed). add rotel tomatoes (undrained). add corn. simmer over low heat for an additional ~5 minutes. remove from heat and let stand for ~5-10 minutes.