Rotating Seasonal Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Seasonal Vegetables
Herbs and Spices
Method
Preparation of Quinoa
- 1
Rinse and Cook Quinoa
Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and 2 cups of vegetable broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Simmer
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and the broth is absorbed.
Vegetable Preparation
- 3
Chop Vegetables
While the quinoa is cooking, chop the zucchini and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes and set all aside.
- 4
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped zucchini and bell pepper, and sauté for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- 5
- 6
Incorporate Tomatoes
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet, seasoning with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Combine and Serve
- 7
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Transfer the quinoa and vegetable mixture to a serving dish. Garnish with 1 tablespoon of fresh basil before serving.