Instant Pot Mexican Quinoa



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Prep Time:
15 mins

Cook Time:
15 mins

Additional Time:
10 mins

Total Time:
40 mins

Servings:
4


Ingredients

  • 1tablespoonolive oil
  • 1smallonion, chopped
  • 1jalapeno pepper, minced, or to taste
  • 3clovesgarlic, chopped
  • 1(15 ounce) canblack beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1(14.5 ounce) canfire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • ¾cupcorn kernels
  • ¾teaspoonsalt, or to taste
  • ½teaspoonground cumin
  • ½teaspoonsmoked paprika
  • ¼teaspoonchili powder
  • ⅛teaspoonblack pepper
  • 1cupdry quinoa
  • 1cupvegetable broth, or as needed
  • 2tablespoonschopped cilantro, or to taste
  • 1lime, juiced
  • 1avocado, diced

  • Directions

    Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Add oil, onion, jalapeno pepper, and garlic. Saute until onion is softened, about 2 minutes. Add black beans, tomatoes, and corn; mix well. Season with salt, cumin, paprika, chili powder, and black pepper. Add quinoa and toss until well combined. Pour in broth and mix.

    Close and lock the lid; set valve to the sealing position. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 1 minute. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

    Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Open the pot and fluff quinoa using a fork. Add cilantro and lime juice. Stir in avocado.



    Nutrition Facts (per serving)

    442

    Calories

    14g

    Fat

    66g

    Carbs

    16g

    Protein

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