Summit Seasonal Recipe
Make Summit Seasonal 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
Seasoning
Garnish
Method
Cooking Quinoa
- 1
Rinse and Cook Quinoa
Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness. In a saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and 2 cups of vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
- 2
Fluff Quinoa
After sitting, fluff the quinoa with a fork and set aside.
Sautéing Vegetables
- 3
Prepare Vegetables
Chop the bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and red onion into small, even pieces.
- 4
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then, add the chopped vegetables and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
Combining Ingredients
- 5
Mix Quinoa and Vegetables
Add the fluffed quinoa to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Stir to combine.
- 6
Season the Mixture
Add the fresh thyme, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to the quinoa and vegetable mixture. Stir well to evenly distribute the seasoning.
Serving
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Serve the quinoa and vegetable mixture warm in bowls. Top with crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh parsley for garnish.