Vegetarian Recipe
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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Legumes
Grains
Herbs & Spices
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare Quinoa
Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
- 2
Chop Vegetables
While the quinoa is cooking, chop 2 cups of zucchini and 1 cup of bell peppers into bite-sized pieces. Peel and thinly slice 2 medium carrots.
- 3
Prepare Spinach
Rinse 2 cups of spinach under cold water and set aside.
- 4
Drain Chickpeas
Open 1 can of chickpeas, drain, and rinse under cold water.
Cooking
- 5
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped zucchini, bell peppers, and carrots. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they begin to soften.
- 6
- 7
Season the Mixture
Add 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of cumin, and 1 teaspoon of paprika to the skillet. Stir well and cook for 2 more minutes to combine flavors.
