Niche Foo Recipe
Make Niche Foo Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Vegetables
Seasonings
Method
Cooking the Quinoa
Rinse the Quinoa
Place the quinoa in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold water for about 2 minutes. This removes any bitterness.
Cook the Quinoa
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil over high heat.
Simmer
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed.
Fluff the Quinoa
Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
Sautéing the Vegetables
Prepare the Vegetables
Chop the red bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot into bite-sized pieces.
Sauté
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add Vegetables
Add the chopped red bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot to the skillet. Season with cumin, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Add Spinach
Stir in the spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until wilted.
Combining Ingredients
Combine Quinoa and Vegetables
Add the cooked quinoa to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot as a nutritious base or side dish.