Quinoa and Black Bean Stew

A nutritious and flavorful quinoa and black bean stew, perfect for 21 Day Fix lunch prep. Packed with protein and veggies, this Instant Pot recipe is quick and easy to make.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 lime, juiced
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

Set Instant Pot to saut mode and add a splash of water

Saut onion and bell pepper until softened

Add garlic, cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika

Saut for 1-2 minutes

Add quinoa, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth

Season with salt and pepper

Close the Instant Pot lid and set to manual high pressure for 8 minutes

Once cooking is complete, allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure

Stir in lime juice and adjust seasoning if needed

Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro