Pinto Bean and Quinoa Stew
This hearty and nutritious stew is packed with pinto beans, quinoa, and vegetables.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Lime - 1, juiced
- Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Quinoa - 1 cup, rinsed
- Pinto beans - 2 cans, drained and rinsed
- Vegetable broth - 4 cups
- Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
- Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Red bell pepper - 1, diced
- Celery - 2 stalks, diced
- Carrots - 2, diced
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Onion - 1, diced
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Let's Get Started
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and red bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add the cumin, smoked paprika, and dried oregano. Stir to coat the vegetables with the spices.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Add the pinto beans and quinoa. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the stew has thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir in the fresh cilantro and lime juice.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 5g
- Carbs: 60g
- Protein: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 5g