Quinoa + Veggies Recipe
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Ingredients
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Grains
Vegetables
Seasonings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Rinse the Quinoa
In a fine-mesh strainer, rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water for about 30 seconds. This removes the saponins that can make quinoa taste bitter.
- 2
Chop the Vegetables
Dice the bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot into small, uniform pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes and set all the chopped vegetables aside.
- 3
Mince the Garlic
Peel and mince 2 cloves of garlic finely.
Cooking
- 4
Cook the Quinoa
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is fluffy and the water is absorbed.
- 5
Sauté the Vegetables
While the quinoa cooks, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 6
Add Vegetables to Skillet
Add the chopped bell pepper, zucchini, carrot, and halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
- 7
Add Spinach and Season
Stir in the spinach and cook for an additional 2 minutes until wilted. Season with 1 teaspoon of salt, 0.5 teaspoons of black pepper, and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Mix well.
- 8
