Enhanced Pinto Bean and Quinoa Stew

Name: Enhanced Pinto Bean and Quinoa Stew
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Olive oil', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Onion', 'amount': '1 medium, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '3 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Carrots', 'amount': '2 medium, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Celery', 'amount': '2 stalks, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Red bell pepper', 'amount': '1, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Quinoa', 'amount': '1 cup, rinsed'}; {'ingredient': 'Pinto beans', 'amount': '2 cups, cooked (or 1 can, drained and rinsed)'}; {'ingredient': 'Vegetable broth', 'amount': '4 cups'}; {'ingredient': 'Dried oregano', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Smoked paprika', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Cumin', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Lime', 'amount': '1, juiced'}; {'ingredient': 'Fresh cilantro', 'amount': '1/4 cup, chopped (plus extra for garnish)'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Pepper', 'amount': 'to taste'}

Dive into a bowl of this vibrant and nourishing Pinto Bean and Quinoa Stew, a delightful fusion of textures and flavors that warms both the body and soul. Each spoonful is filled with fluffy quinoa, hearty pinto beans, and a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, all simmered together with earthy spices. A splash of zesty lime and a garnish of fresh cilantro elevate this dish, making it a staple of comfort food with roots in traditional Southwestern cuisine. In this region, beans and grains have long been celebrated for their nutritional benefits, forming the backbone of many beloved recipes. Perfect for a chilly evening or a nourishing lunch, this stew not only satisfies hunger but offers a hearty dose of love in every bite.

Servings: 6

Ingredients

Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
Onion (1 medium, diced)
Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
Carrots (2 medium, diced)
Celery (2 stalks, diced)
Red bell pepper (1, diced)
Quinoa (1 cup, rinsed)
Pinto beans (2 cups, cooked (or 1 can, drained and rinsed))
Vegetable broth (4 cups)
Dried oregano (1 teaspoon)
Smoked paprika (1 teaspoon)
Cumin (1 teaspoon)
Lime (1, juiced)
Fresh cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped (plus extra for garnish))
Salt (to taste)
Pepper (to taste)

Instructions

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, minced garlic, carrots, celery, and red bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Stir in the cumin, smoked paprika, and dried oregano. Cook for an additional minute, allowing the spices to release their flavors.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
Add the rinsed quinoa and the cooked pinto beans (or the canned beans). Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the quinoa is fluffy and the stew has thickened.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Remove from heat and stir in the fresh cilantro and lime juice just before serving.
Serve hot, garnished with extra cilantro if desired.

Dietary Information

Servings: 6 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 30 minutes • Calories: 280 • Fat: 7g • Carbs: 45g • Protein: 12g • Sodium: 400mg • Sugar: 3g

Enhanced Pinto Bean and Quinoa Stew

Servings: 6

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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