Jun 09 2026
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Vegan Recipe

Inspired by The Big Fish
Time45m
Serves4

Make Vegan Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Vegetables

Spices and Seasonings

Optional Add-ins

Method

Cooking the Quinoa

  1. 1

    Rinse the Quinoa

    Place the quinoa in a fine-mesh sieve and rinse it under cold running water for about 1-2 minutes. This removes any bitterness.

  2. 2

    Cook the Quinoa

    In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.

Sautéing the Vegetables

  1. 3

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Chop the bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot into small, bite-sized pieces.

  2. 4

    Heat the Olive Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

  3. 5

    Sauté the Garlic and Vegetables

    Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Then, add the chopped bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.

  4. 6

    Add the Spinach

    Stir in the spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until wilted.

  5. 7

    Season the Mixture

    Sprinkle in the cumin, turmeric, salt, and black pepper, stirring well to combine.

Combining Everything

  1. 8

    Combine Quinoa and Vegetables

    Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork and add it to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.

  2. 9

    Add Optional Ingredients

    If using, fold in the chickpeas and avocado gently. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Serving

  1. 10

    Garnish and Serve

    Serve the vegan quinoa dish warm, garnished with fresh cilantro on top. Enjoy!

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