Quick + Easy Black Bean Enchilada Quinoa

Black Bean Enchilada Quinoa- So quick and easy! Healthy quinoa, black beans, corn, sweet potato, tomatoes and enchilada sauce cook up in one pot for a healthy Mexican feast. I added some kale and Mexican cheese for an extra punch of veggie power and well..cheese! Ready in about 20 mins. {Vegetarian, GF, Vegan(omit cheese) }

Bring on the Black Bean Enchilada Quinoa- I’m not shy about my love of quinoa..this little nutritional rockstar (high in protein, promotes healthy blood sugar levels, good for your heart etc.- read more about the nutritional benefits of quinoa here) makes its way into so many things I make . The subtle nutty taste of quinoa is a great canvas for so many things! (links below to other quinoa recipes).

Today for "One Pot Wednesday" (a new super simple one pot recipe coming your way every Wed.) quinoa is shaking it up Mexican style in this Black Bean Enchilada Quinoa.  Love enchiladas? (me too!) good, because that's what we have going on today. Well, kind of.

The taste is 100% enchiladas, all that savory enchilada sauce goodness but none of the hassle of actually preparing the enchiladas. No rolling the tortillas, no baking, none of that mess. You see quinoa steps in and takes the place of the tortillas( I promise you wont even miss them). Literally we are putting everything in one skillet (or pot, or dutch-oven) and cooking on the stove-top for about 20 min. and boom!...just like that enchilada quinoa!

It's a complete meal (protein, veggies, carbs) the whole family will enjoy. Or, if you're like me and doing the single thing..it just means you're going to have a few healthy meals at the ready ( or freeze for a later time).

Quinoa, black beans, tomatoes, corn, diced sweet potato, and taco seasoning all go into the pot....

add the enchilada sauce and ½ cup of water.....stir everything together

cook for about 20 min.(until the quinoa is cooked thoroughly)...stir in the kale (or spinach)

and the cheese (if using) .....

ta dah!...Quick + Easy Black Bean Enchilada Quinoa!

More Enchilada and Quinoa Ideas:

Craving more easy enchiladas? Let the crockpot do the work (also no rolling enchiladas or baking) try Crockpot Black Bean and Sweet Potato Enchiladas

Or if you have a little crush on quinoa (like I obviously do) you might like:

1. Quinoa "Meatball" Sandwich
2. Pumpkin Spice Quinoa Pancakes
3. Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Spiced Mini Burgers
4. Honey Cinnamon Breakfast Quinoa
5. Kale Quinoa "Superfoods" Salad
6. Mashed Maple Sweet Potatoes with Fall Quinoa

Quick + Easy Black Bean Enchilada Quinoa

Susan Randall

5 from 3 votes

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings 4 -6 servings

Calories 312 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• ▢ 1 cup quinoa rinsed
• ▢ 1 can black beans 15 oz. rinsed and drained
• ▢ 1 sweet potato peeled and cut into ½ inch pieces
• ▢ 2 cups corn fresh or frozen
• ▢ 1 can diced tomatoes 14 oz. or 1 ½ cups diced fresh tomatoes)
• ▢ 1 packet taco seasoning lower sodium (or make your own- see below for details)*
• ▢ 1 can red enchilada sauce 10 oz
• ▢ ½ cup water
• ▢ 2 cups chopped kale or spinach optional
• ▢ ½ cup Mexican cheese blend or cheddar optional
• ▢ optional toppings: green onions avocado, sour cream, squeeze of lime, or salsa

Instructions

 

• In a large skillet (or dutch oven) combine rinsed quinoa, black beans, sweet potato, corn, tomatoes, seasoning, enchilada sauce and ½ cup of water. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer until quinoa is done (about 15-20 min.) stirring occasionally. If necessary add additional water.
• Stir in kale and cheese. Serve with desired toppings.

Notes

* To make your own taco seasoning : 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, ½ teaspoon paprika, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, salt and pepper to taste.

** Nutritional values do not include optional toppings and assume you make your own taco seasoning according to the instructions above

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 312kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 13.9gFat: 5.5gSaturated Fat: 1.2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 545mgFiber: 9.8gSugar: 3.1g

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