Cómo Hacer Quinoa a la Mexicana

quinoa

🥗Healthier: cauliflower rice

💰Cheaper: brown rice

Cauliflower rice is lower in calories, while brown rice is often more affordable.

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are lower in calories and high in protein, while canned beans save time and money.

corn

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: frozen corn

Zucchini is lower in calories, while frozen corn is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits, while vegetable oil is usually cheaper.

Rinse the quinoa under cold water.

In a pot, combine quinoa and water, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer until quinoa is cooked.

In a separate pan, sauté the chopped onion, jalapeño, and other vegetables until soft.

Mix in the cooked quinoa with the sautéed vegetables and add the black beans, corn, and spices.

Stir in salsa and adjust seasoning with salt and chili powder as needed.

Garnish with cilantro and serve with crema.

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