Athletic N/a Recipe
Make Athletic N/a 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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Base Ingredients
Vegetables
Protein
Spices & Seasoning
Method
Preparation of Base
- 1
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Simmer
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is fluffy and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes.
- 3
Fluff the Quinoa
After resting, fluff the quinoa with a fork and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Vegetable Preparation
- 4
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced bell pepper and chopped red onion, and sauté for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
- 5
Add Spinach and Tomatoes
Stir in the spinach and cherry tomatoes, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the spinach is wilted and tomatoes are slightly softened.
Combine Ingredients
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Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, sautéed vegetables, cooked chickpeas, and crumbled feta cheese.
- 7
Serve
- 8
Plate and Enjoy
Serve the athletic quinoa salad warm or at room temperature, garnished with additional feta and a sprinkle of black pepper if desired.