How to Make Gluten-Free Taco Mac in the Instant Pot® - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you craving a hearty and satisfying meal that is also gluten-free? Look no further than this delicious recipe for Gluten-Free Taco Mac in the Instant Pot®! This dish is not only easy to prepare, but it’s also packed with flavor and the perfect comfort food for any occasion.

With the convenience of the Instant Pot®, you can have this meal ready in no time. The combination of gluten-free pasta, seasoned ground beef, and gooey cheese makes for a truly irresistible dish that the whole...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound extra lean ground beef
  • 4 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • ½ medium green bell pepper, diced
  • ½ medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 ½ tablespoons gluten-free taco seasoning mix
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 (8 ounce) packages quinoa elbow pasta
  • 2 cups grated Cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®), add oil, and select Saute function. Add ground beef to the hot oil and saute until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Add celery, onion, bell peppers, and garlic; saute for 2 more minutes.
  • Add, in this order, taco seasoning mix, salt, pepper, black beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, beef broth, and pasta. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 4 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in Cheddar cheese and garnish with parsley.
  • Nutrition

    448 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 55mg
    • Sodium: 1030mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 49g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 20mg
    • Calcium: 214mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 513mg