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.