Ingredients
1tspolive oil
½cuponion,chopped
2stalkscelery,chopped
1carrot,chopped
1clovegarlic,minced
1tsppaprika,ground
½tspred pepper flakes
15ozchicken broth,(2 cans) low-sodium
½cupwater
½cupquinoa
15oztomatoes with juice,(1 can) diced
15ozblack beans,(1 can) drained
1cupcorn,frozen
salt and ground black pepper,to taste
Preparation
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
Add onion, celery, and carrot; cook and stir for 3 to 5 minutes until the onion is translucent and the celery and carrot are crisp-tender.
Stir in garlic, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour the chicken broth, water, and quinoa into the saucepan. Bring to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes until the quinoa is tender.
Stir in the diced tomatoes with juice, black beans, and corn.
Bring back to a simmer and cook uncovered for about 5 minutes, until the black beans are heated through.
Season with salt and pepper.