Mexican Quinoa

Name: Mexican Quinoa
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 4 h 25 min
Total time: 4 h 45 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: Cooking spray; 1-1/4 pounds cubed butternut squash (peeled, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, about 4 cups); 1 cup frozen corn; 1 (15.25-ounce) can black beans (drained and rinsed); 1 cup uncooked quinoa (rinsed); 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 (14.5-ounce) can petite fire-roasted diced tomatoes (undrained); 1 finely diced jalapeño (about 2 tablespoons, optional, see note 1); 2 (19-ounce) cans mild red enchilada sauce (see note 2); 1 cup vegetable stock (or chicken stock, or broth; I love Swanson’s vegetable stock best); 1 (1.25-ounce) packet taco seasoning (see note 3 for homemade); Toppings as desired (see note 4)

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:4h 25min

Mexican Quinoa is an easy slow cooker meal—just toss in quinoa, veggies, beans, and spices, then let it cook! Pile on your favorite toppings like cheese, sour cream, avocado, and lime for a hearty, delicious dish.

Updated at: Sat, 19 Sep 2026 08:22:15 GMT