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Vegetable Quinoa

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Vegetable quinoa is a simple, nourishing dish made with fluffy quinoa and fresh vegetables for easy, everyday plant-forward meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 247
Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables carrots, bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli, peas
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro Optional
  • Lemon juice Optional
  • Olive oil drizzle Optional

Equipment

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Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Add quinoa and water or broth to a pot.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat.
  3. Cover and simmer 15 minutes, until liquid is absorbed.
  4. Fluff with a fork.
  5. Cook the Vegetables
  6. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  7. Add onion and cook 4-5 minutes until soft.
  8. Add vegetables and cook 5-7 minutes, until tender but still bright.
  9. Add cooked quinoa to the vegetables.
  10. Season with salt and pepper and toss gently.
  11. Finish with herbs, lemon juice, or olive oil if desired.
  12. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 247kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 24mgPotassium: 336mgFiber: 5gVitamin A: 2316IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Grow-it-yourself: onions, carrots, herbs, and greens are garden-friendly
Make it heartier: add chickpeas or lentils
Meal prep: keeps well 3-4 days
Serve with: roasted vegetables, salads, or as a stuffing base

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