This recipe is a versatile plant-based substitute for meat in tacos, nachos, salads, pasta, etc. Quinoa black bean taco meat is healthy and made from whole foods. It is high in protein and is a great staple to add to different types of dishes. Try it out on my sheet pan nachos.
Quinoa Black Bean Taco Meat
This quick versatile recipe can be used as plant-based meat in tacos, nachos, salads, pasta, etc.
Equipment
- medium saucepan
- colander
Ingredients
- ½ cup dry quinoa
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 15 oz can black beans drained and rinsed
- ¼ cup salsa
- 1 Tbsp chili powder
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 Tbsp nutritional yeast
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa and place in a medium saucepan with vegetable broth and bring to a boil
- Reduce to simmer and cook for about 15 – 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed
- Cover sauce pan and let quinoa sit for 10 minutes
- Stir in remaining ingredients thoroughly and it is ready to serve
Notes
This recipe can be used in tacos, on nachos, on salads, etc.
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