Beef Quinoa Taco Skillet
A flavorful and hearty one-pan meal featuring ground beef, protein-packed quinoa, and classic taco seasonings, perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef
1 small yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 cup low-sodium beef broth
1 cup water
1 (14.5 ounces) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 (15 ounces) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Add ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add rinsed quinoa, beef broth, water, diced tomatoes, black beans, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Cover the skillet again and let it sit for 2-3 minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
Garnish with sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, and lime wedges before serving.