Gold Package Recipe
Make Gold Package 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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Main Ingredients
Spices and Seasonings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook Quinoa
Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and 2 cups of vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- 2
Prep Vegetables
While the quinoa is cooking, dice the bell peppers and red onion. Mince the garlic cloves. Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas. Set all prepared vegetables aside.
Cooking
- 3
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced red onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until it begins to soften. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 4
Add Bell Peppers and Chickpeas
Add the diced bell peppers and drained chickpeas to the skillet. Sprinkle in the cumin powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and cook for 5-7 minutes until the peppers are tender.
- 5
Incorporate Spinach and Quinoa
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and stir until wilted. Finally, add the cooked quinoa and stir to combine all ingredients. Drizzle with lemon juice and give it a final stir.
Serving
- 6
Serve
Serve the quinoa and vegetable mixture warm, garnished with additional lemon juice if desired. Enjoy your nutritious Gold Package!
