Hunker Down With This Healthy Quinoa Chili Recipe
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Bowls of hearty whole grains topped with healthful, delicious fare are a trend that will outlast any fad pastry or rainbow this-or-that. Join food stylist and recipe developer Anna Hampton as she explores the wide world of ancient strains, gluten-free options and other filling, fiber-rich grains that pair beautifully with fresh vegetables, home-fermented foods and lean proteins for a meal that looks as good as it tastes. This quinoa chili recipe is as hearty as a stew gets.
Hunker Down With This Healthy Quinoa Chili Recipe
Prep Time
10
minutes
Cook Time
30
minutes
servings
2
Total time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 3 ounces uncooked red and white quinoa
- 10 1/2 ounces tinned chopped tomatoes
- 5 ounces pinto or red kidney beans
- 3 1/2 ounces sweet corn kernels
- 1/2 ounces coriander (cilantro)
- 1 ounce Cheddar
Directions
- Heat the oil in a pan and toast the chili powder and quinoa for 2 minutes.
- Add the chopped tomatoes, 14-17 ounces of water, the beans and sweet corn.
- Cook for 20 minutes until the quinoa is tender.
- Season, divide evenly between 2 bowls and garnish with the coriander and grated cheese.