Instant Pot® Quinoa Taco Meat Substitute Recipe

Name: Instant Pot® Quinoa Taco Meat Substitute
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa; 1 3/4 cups water; 1 teaspoon vegetable bouillon (such as Better Than Bouillon(R)); 1/2 cup salsa; 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup quinoa
1 3/4 cups water
1 teaspoon vegetable bouillon (such as Better Than Bouillon(R))
1/2 cup salsa
1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1
Rinse quinoa thoroughly in a mesh strainer. Add quinoa and water to a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot(R)). Stir in vegetable bouillon. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
2
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3
Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
4
Transfer cooked quinoa to a large bowl. Add salsa, nutritional yeast, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine. Spread mixture on the prepared baking sheet.
5
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes; stir. Continue baking until quinoa is dry and crisp, 5 to 15 minutes more.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup quinoa, 1 3/4 cups water, 1 teaspoon vegetable bouillon (such as Better Than Bouillon(R)), 1/2 cup salsa, and more.

Yes, Instant Pot® Quinoa Taco Meat Substitute falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Instant Pot® Quinoa Taco Meat Substitute

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