Quinoa Bean Tacos Recipe

Name: Quinoa Bean Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup quinoa; 8 ounces refried beans; 1/4 teaspoon cumin; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded; 8 hard taco shells; Toppings; 1/2 cup lettuce, shredded; 1 tomatoes, chopped; 1/4 cup onion, chopped; 1 small jalapeno, chopped; 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped; sour cream, to taste

Servings: persons

1/2 cup quinoa
8 ounces refried beans
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
8 hard taco shells
Toppings
1/2 cup lettuce, shredded
1 tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup onion, chopped
1 small jalapeno, chopped
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
sour cream, to taste

1
Prepare quinoa according to package directions, about 15 minutes.
2
When quinoa is done cooking and water has been absorbed, stir in refried beans, cumin, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to combine and reduce to low heat.
3
Stir in shredded cheese until it melts. Be careful to continue stirring frequently, otherwise the mixture may scorch on the bottom.
4
If desired, warm taco shells according to package directions.
5
Stuff quinoa bean mixture evenly into taco shells and finish with your desired toppings.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup quinoa, 8 ounces refried beans, 1/4 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon chili powder, and more.

Yes, Quinoa Bean Tacos 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.

Quinoa Bean Tacos

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