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{This post is sponsored by Old El Paso! I used their awesome Taco Seasoning Mix and Chopped Green Chiles to make these KILLER southwest bowls, full of delicious, healthy ingredients. YESSS.}
In the past few months I’ve really gotten into superfoods.
Which is fairly obvious from this recipe, this recipe and this recipe. I’m loving their fresh flavors and vibrant colors, and these Southwest Quinoa bowls are just another example of how superfoods can be SO delicious!
One of my favorite things to do with quinoa is to make quinoa bowls. I am a HUGE fan of “bowl food”…aka throw the contents of my fridge and pantry into a bowl and call it a meal. Bowl foods are my go-to when life is busy and I need a healthy meal…fast. I pretty much always have the ingredients for these spicy southwest quinoa bowls on hand, making them so easy to throw together for lunch or dinner. These bowls are LOADED with southwest flavors like sweet potatoes roasted in taco seasonings, black beans, cilantro, lime and quinoa. I also added a mango slaw, which gives off a nice sweetness and texture. Then everything gets drizzled with a charred tomatillo vinaigrette that will rock your world, delicious! This recipe is great to make when you have leftover quinoa and sweet potatoes or simply if you’re craving a spicy southwest fix.
If you’re feeling the need for a little more protein, adding grilled chicken, steak or my favorite…a fried egg, would all be great in this recipe! Prepare to enter the world of bowl food heaven!
Whoa, I just jumped right into things there this week, huh? Welcome to Monday I guess! I am determined to have a KILLER week this week. I fell behind a little last week and I will not lie it was just one of those weeks where everything I worked on I was so not happy with. I think I re-shot like five recipes and over-thought everything, which in turn just makes things so much worse. I swear, over thinking things is one of my worst qualities. I guess sometimes it can be good, but for the most part I need to NOT think so much. If only I could figure out how to turn my brain off at times, and then turn it back on later…working on it, but it’s a SLOOOWWWW process.
Well, it’s a new week and I am going into it with a totally new, can-do attitude. 🙂
So basically positive thoughts, positive thoughts, POSITIVE THOUGHTS! Anyone, with me or what?!?
Also, I feel I should tell you that I am on my second cup of lemon hibiscus tea and I think it’s really kicking in. My energy level is feelin pretty good at the moment, AND so is my tummy. I swear, lemon is a wonderful thing.
Hehe, I love the word tummy. It makes me feel like a kid again.
Oh, and speaking of kids, I think Asher is possibly beyond bored out of her mind on her little trip to Korea. On Saturday I got a text from her asking me if I would buy her a horse. Yes, a REAL horse. That question was followed by about ten separate texts of crying cat, broken hearts and horse emojis, followed by questions as to why I would not buy her a horse. I am not really sure who put the whole idea of Tieghan buying Asher a horse in her head, but ummmm, I’m pretty sure that is NEVER going to happen. She has also been sending me texts (via my mom’s phone) asking Harry Potter questions (she is OBSESSED, and THAT I could not be more excited about!).
I have created a Harry Potter addict and it’s the best thing ever! 🙂
Ok, ok, ok. I feel like I am talking a million miles a minute here. I think we should get back to the point of this post.
These spicy southwest quinoa bowls. You see, you need them in your life. It would be best if you could make them happen today, but anytime this week will work…but hey, do you really want to wait?!?! I mean, if you’re making spicy southwest food for dinner, I would say that’s a pretty good excuse for some fresh Margaritas??!
Yes. DO IT.
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Because these bowls + margaritas are how to do a KILLER Monday. 🙂
Another win! I made this for lunch today, and it was absolutely delicious. Tons of great flavor and so healthy. I omitted the cheese and the tortilla and didn’t miss them at all. It made a bunch and I think it will be great leftover tomorrow as well. Your incredible recipes are helping me to get through this pandemic one fabulous meal at a time. I’ve never enjoyed cooking so much. Thank you!
Yes! So happy you loved this one, Andrea! I hope you are staying healthy and safe during all of this! xTieghan
I also added some caramelized onions and grilled chicken! it was sooooo good. This was the first time i have cooked tomatillos so i am also pretty proud of that!!
That is so great! I am so glad you enjoyed this Lauren! xTieghan
So, we made the Greek inspired salad the other day. Hubby loved. Today the Southwest Quinoa Bowl. Again, he said he could eat it every. single. day. and be completely satisfied. Yum! Thanks for the wonderful recipes Tieghan!
That is so great and makes me so happy that you guys loved my recipes!! Thanks so much Amber!
Tieghan, you’ve done it again! This is my new favorite meal. Today is my FOURTH day in a row eating this! Thankyouthankyouthankyou!!
Wow. It was sooo good! I added a roasted jalapeño and some roasted garlic to the sauce, too! I love bowl food!
I bet the roasted jalapeno was amazing! Thank you!!
Hey Tieghan,
Was thinking of making these bowls in advance and storing them in a container in the fridge so I could take some for my lunch at school every day. Would it last well pre-prepared? How long would it last stored in the fridge?
Looks delish! Thanks 🙂
Hey Payton! Yes, these are great for school lunches! I would say 4-5 days in the fridge. Let me know if you have questions. Thank you! 🙂
I would have never thought to use taco seasoning!
It’s so good! Thanks Kari!
This quinoa bowl sounds soo amazing and bursting with flavor! I really need to try that mango slaw and the charred tomatillo vinaigrette. Can’t wait!
Thanks Andrea!
I love a good quinoa bowl and these Southwest flavors are the best!
Thanks Laura!
Never had quinoa with a southwestern fusion! I actually would really LOVE some right now!!
Thank you! 🙂