Vegetable quinoa combines fluffy quinoa with sautéed onion and chopped vegetables. The quinoa cooks separately while the vegetables soften in olive oil, then everything is gently tossed together. Optional parsley or cilantro and lemon juice add a fresh finish.
This recipe makes four side portions. Choose a vegetable mixture that cooks evenly: finely diced carrots need more attention than softer vegetables such as zucchini or peas. Cook the vegetables while the quinoa simmers to keep preparation efficient, and check both for tenderness before combining. Serve warm alongside beans, tofu, or your main dish.
This recipe is featured in our Carrot Recipes Guide, where you can explore simple vegetable dishes built around carrots.
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Vegetable Quinoa
Ingredients
Equipment
Cooking Instructions
- Cover and simmer the quinoa for about 15 minutes, or according to the package directions, until the quinoa is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Follow any package standing-time guidance, then fluff with a fork.
- Fluff with a fork.
- While the quinoa simmers, prepare the vegetables in the frying pan.
- 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.