Lunch & Dinner

Mexican Quinoa Skillet

With fresh bell pepper and just a hint of spice, this Mexican-inspired dish makes for a tasty and easy one-pan meal.
By The Life Time Training Team
Mexican quinoa skillet
  • Yield 4 servings
  • Prep Time 10 minutes
  • Cook Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 tbs. olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 tbs. garlic, minced
  • 2 cans black beans
  • 1 can tomato sauce (no sugar added)
  • 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed
  • 1 1/4 cups water
  • 1 tbs. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. cumin
  • 1 tsp. dried oregano
  • Sea salt to taste

Directions

STEP 1
Heat the olive oil over low heat in a medium skillet. Add in the diced onion, red bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté for five to seven minutes or until the onions are translucent.
STEP 2
Add in the black beans, tomato sauce, quinoa, water, and spices. Simmer on low for 30 minutes or until the quinoa is tender.

Nutrition Facts

Servings Per Container
1
Amount Per Serving
Calories 370
% Daily Value*
14%
Total Fat 9g
20%
Total Carbohydrates 59g
60%
Dietary Fiber 15g
Sugars 8g
Protein 16g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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