Mexican Quinoa

Missing my recipes?  Well, I have a new one for you, Mexican Quinoa!  I made this last night for Meatless Monday.  I just threw this together for a quick dinner after swim lessons.  I loved it, my husband on the hand, not so much... He really doesn't care for the texture of small grains, like quinoa or couscous   You can serve it as a meal like me, as a side dish, or over a bed of lettuce.  If you're looking for a way to spice up quinoa (literally), this is a fun recipe for you.  Enjoy!


Mexican Quinoa
serves 4-8, time 20 min

Ingredients
1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed
2 cup water
1 can black beans, drained
1 can corn, drained
1/4 cup salsa
1/2 lime, juiced
1 tbs fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp dried thyme
salt & pepper to taste
shredded cheese to sprinkle on top


Directions

In a small sauce pan, combine water, a little salt, and quinoa, bring to a boil.  Then drop heat to a low simmer, and cook for about 10-15 min, until water is absorbed.  Transfer cooked quinoa to a serving bowl.  Toss with salsa, black beans, corn, lime juice, cumin, thyme, and cilantro.  Serve... I then topped it with shredded cheese, with a side of blue corn chips.