Here are 28 Meatless Meals You Can Eat During Lent and How to Prepare Them

18. MEXICAN QUINOA

 

  • PREP TIME: 5 minutes
  • COOK TIME: 30 minutes
  • TOTAL TIME: 35 minutes
  • YIELD:8
  • CATEGORY: Sides
  • METHOD: Stovetop
  • CUISINE: Mexican

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE QUINOA:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup uncooked, pre-rinsed quinoa
  • 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 15.5-ounce can black or pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen corn kernels
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish.

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. In large skillet *affiliate link or saucepan, heat the olive oil to medium-high heat.
  2. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant – about 30 seconds.
  3. Add remaining ingredients (minus the cilantro) and bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 – 25 minutes.
  5. Stir in cilantro just before serving.

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