Warm, colorful and enticing, a skillet holds fluffy quinoa, vibrant peppers, squash, and black beans garnished with crumbled feta, zested lime, and finished with a sprinkle of fresh coriander. The bowl's sides are spattered with a homemade enchilada sauce, giving it a truly rustic and inviting feel.

Quinoa Enchilada Bowl

Name: Quinoa Enchilada Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa rinsed; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cloves garlic minced; 1 red bell pepper diced; 1 yellow squash diced; 1 can black beans drained; 1 cup homemade enchilada sauce (tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, oregano); 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled; a handful fresh coriander chopped; 1 lime zested

A wholesome Mexican-inspired, Mediterranean-compliant quinoa enchilada.

Category Main Course

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Style Fusion

Technique Sautéing

Diet Friendly Mediterranean

Daily recipe · January 30, 2024

A little about this dish

Inspired by the infusion of Mediterranean and Mexican cuisine, this recipe cleverly marries healthy Mediterranean ingredients with bold Mexican flavors. Unleashing an earthy blend of quinoa, fresh vegetables, and legumes, combined with fiery Mexican spice mixes, wholesome, and surely not predictable. Loaded with fiber, protein, and unbeatable flavors, it’s a heart-warming, filling, and homey delight!

Ingredients (for 2)

Quinoa — 1 cup — rinsed
Olive oil — 2 tablespoons
Garlic — 2 cloves — minced
Red bell pepper — 1 — diced
Yellow squash — 1 — diced
Black beans — 1 can — drained
Homemade enchilada sauce — 1 cup — (tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, oregano)
Feta cheese — 1/2 cup — crumbled
Fresh coriander — a handful — chopped
Lime — 1 — zested

Preparation

Step 1 — 🍚👩‍🍳⏲️

Cook 1 cup of washed quinoa according to the package instructions. Once cooked, set it aside for later use.
Step 2 — 🍳🫒🍅

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, diced red bell pepper, and diced yellow squash. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
Step 3 — 🥄🥣😋

Add the cooked quinoa, drained black beans, and 1 cup of homemade enchilada sauce to the skillet. Stir and cook for a few minutes until all the ingredients are well mixed.
Step 4 — 🧀🍲🍋

Divide the mixture evenly into two bowls. Top with 1/2 cup of crumbled feta cheese, a handful of chopped fresh coriander, and the zest of 1 lime. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious quinoa bowl!

A final fox tip

Make sure not to overcook the quinoa to maintain its slight crunch. The variety of vegetables used can be adjusted according to your preference. For an extra flavor kick, feel free to add some jalapeno slices! An avocado slice or guacamole would also make a great addition.