Instant Pot Mexican Basmati & Quinoa

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Lentils are high in protein and fiber, while chickpeas are often less expensive.

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice is more nutritious, while white rice is typically cheaper.

Prep the vegetables.

Turn on the saute setting on the Instant Pot. Heat olive oil on medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until the onion is translucent.

Add in Della Basmati Rice & Quinoa, veggie broth, tomatoes and green chile, chili powder, cumin powder, salt & pepper. Stir so the rice is all mixed in.

Cover with the lid and set the Instant Pot to Hi Pressure for 5 minutes. After it’s done, let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes and then release the steam valve.

Stir in black beans and lime juice. Cover the lid for 2 minutes to let the black beans heat up.

Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves. Enjoy!

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