Recipe Name Mexican Quinoa Submitted by patty_doyle2000
Recipe Description Excellent side dish for dinner, and leftovers are great for lunch the next day.
Quantity 0 Quantity Unit
Prep Time (minutes) 5 Cook Time (minutes) 35 Ready In (minutes) 40
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Ingredients
Amount Measure Ingredient
1
tablespoonolive oil
2
clovegarlic minced
1 1/4
cupchicken broth, reduced sodium
1
cupquinoa, uncooked
1 2/3
cupsRotel - diced tomatoes & Green chilies (14.5 oz can)
1
can (15 oz)black beans, canned, Bush's
1 1/2
cupsfrozen whole kernel corn
1/2
teaspoonSpices, ground cumin
1/2
teaspoonsalt
1/8
cup, shreddedlow fat shredded cheddar cheese, optional
1/8
cupsour cream - light
Steps
Sequence Step
1In large saucepan, heat the olive oil to medium-high heat.
2Add garlic and sauté until fragrant - about 30 seconds
3Add remaining ingredients (minus the cilantro and toppings) and bring to a boil.
4Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
5Stir in cilantro just before serving.
6Serve with toppings: chopped fresh cilantro, reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese or low-fat sour cream.