Vegetable quinoa is one of those dishes that quietly supports you through the day. It’s not flashy, but it’s steady a bowl that feels grounding without weighing you down. Quinoa brings a gentle nuttiness and structure, while vegetables add color, freshness, and variety.
This is food born from balance. Quinoa cooks quickly, vegetables adapt to the season, and the whole dish welcomes whatever is available. It can be eaten warm or cold, packed for lunch, or served as a simple dinner base. Nothing about it feels forced.
In the Let’s Veg lifestyle, vegetable quinoa represents ease and intention. It’s about choosing ingredients that work together naturally and letting vegetables take the lead. No strict rules, no labels just a bowl that makes eating well feel normal and sustainable.
Vegetable Quinoa
Ingredients
Equipment
Cooking Instructions
- Add quinoa and water or broth to a pot.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat.
- Cover and simmer 15 minutes, until liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff with a fork.
- Cook the Vegetables
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook 4-5 minutes until soft.
- Add vegetables and cook 5-7 minutes, until tender but still bright.
- Add cooked quinoa to the vegetables.
- Season with salt and pepper and toss gently.
- Finish with herbs, lemon juice, or olive oil if desired.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.