Quinoa and Black Bean Taco Pasta
This Quinoa and Black Bean Taco Pasta is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's packed with flavor. The quinoa provides a hearty base, while the black beans, corn, tomatoes, and green chilies add a variety of textures and flavors. The chili powder, cumin, and salt give the dish a nice kick, and the cilantro adds a fresh, herbaceous note. Best of all, this dish can be easily customized to your liking. Add some shredded cheese, sour cream, or salsa for a more decadent meal, or keep it simple with just the quinoa and beans.
I first came up with this recipe when I was looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal that was also healthy and flavorful. I had some leftover quinoa in the fridge, and I wanted to use it up. I also had some black beans, corn, tomatoes, and green chilies in the pantry, so I decided to throw them all together in a pot. The result was a delicious and satisfying dish that my whole family loved. Since then, I've made this recipe many times, and I've always been happy with the results. It's a great way to use up leftovers, and it's also a great way to get a healthy and flavorful meal on the table in a hurry.
Quinoa and Black Bean Taco Pasta Quinoa and Black Bean Taco Pasta Quinoa and Black Bean Taco Pasta Quinoa and Black Bean Taco Pasta
Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
  1. Cook quinoa according to package directions.
  2. In the same pot, add black beans, corn, tomatoes, green chilies, chili powder, cumin, and salt.
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Stir in cooked quinoa and cilantro.
  5. Serve immediately.
  6. Garnish with your favorite taco toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, and salsa.
Why It Works
  • The quinoa provides a hearty base for the dish.
  • The black beans, corn, tomatoes, and green chilies add a variety of textures and flavors.
  • The chili powder, cumin, and salt give the dish a nice kick.
  • The cilantro adds a fresh, herbaceous note.
  • This dish is easily customizable to your liking.