Quinoa and Black Beans is a vegan and healthy dinner recipe. Its a perfect alternative to Black Beans and Rice. Its super satisfying, quick and easy dinner recipe perfect for the family.
Rinse the Quinoa in running water and drain. Keep it aside.
Heat Olive Oil in the Instant Pot, by setting it in the saute mode. As the oil shimmers, add the Chopped Onions and cook them for about 3-4 minutes.
Now, add the Quinoa, Black Beans (dried) or drained if you're using canned, Cayenne Pepper, Salt, Garlic Powder, Ground Cumin, and Diced Tomatoes. Toss to combine everything and cook for about 5 minutes.
Deglaze the pot with Broth. Scrape off anything which might have got stuck to the bottom of the pot. Cover with the lid and pressure cook for 5 min. After it gets cooked, quick release the pressure.
Once cooked, serve hot. Garnish with freshly chopped Cilantro, Lime Juice and Vegan Sour Cream before you serve. You can also serve with some shredded Cheddar Cheese for non vegan version.
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Notes
DUTCH POT - Dump and saute all the ingredients in a Dutch Pot. As it all gets fragrant, pour Broth and cover cook on low for 20-30 minutes. Garnish with sour cream and cheddar cheese and serve.
CROCKPOT - Saute all the ingredients in a saucepan. Add broth and deglaze the pan. As the mixture comes to a quick boil, transfer it to a greased crockpot. Cover cook on low for 3-4 hours or on high for 2 hours. Stir occasionally. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime juice before you serve.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Quinoa and Black Beans (Vegan)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 288Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 4g
Cholesterol 2mg1%
Sodium 1146mg50%
Potassium 600mg17%
Carbohydrates 46g15%
Fiber 8g33%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 11g22%
Vitamin A 672IU13%
Vitamin C 9mg11%
Calcium 70mg7%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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