Cheesy Bean & Quinoa Skillet

Total Time: 35 minutes | Active Time: 20 minutes | Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

2 cups water

1 cup quinoa, uncooked

2 tablespoons cooking oil

2 medium onion, chopped

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1 (15-ounce) can of no-salt-added sweet corn, drained

1 poblano pepper, chopped

1 medium tomato, chopped

2 teaspoons chili powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed & drained

1 cup shredded cheese, divided

(Optional) salsa for serving

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Coat a 9×13″ baking dish with cooking spray.

2. Combine water and quinoa in a medium saucepan and cook according to package directions.

3. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds while stirring. Add corn, poblano, tomato, chili powder, cumin, and salt, and cook while stirring for 5 minutes. Stir in beans, cooked quinoa, and 1/2 cup of cheese.

4. Transfer to the baking dish and spread in an even layer. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese. Bake for 15 minutes. Serve with optional salsa if desired.

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.

Photo & Recipe Credit: EatingWell.com