Quinoa Bean Tacos

14 ingredients
5 steps

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup quinoa
  • 8 ounces refried beans
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 8 hard taco shells
  • Toppings
  • 1/2 cup lettuce, shredded
  • 1 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/4 cup onion, chopped
  • 1 small jalapeno, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
  • sour cream, to taste

Directions

  1. 1
    Prepare quinoa according to package directions, about 15 minutes.
  2. 2
    When quinoa is done cooking and water has been absorbed, stir in refried beans, cumin, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to combine and reduce to low heat.
  3. 3
    Stir in shredded cheese until it melts. Be careful to continue stirring frequently, otherwise the mixture may scorch on the bottom.
  4. 4
    If desired, warm taco shells according to package directions.
  5. 5
    Stuff quinoa bean mixture evenly into taco shells and finish with your desired toppings.

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