Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsTico's of LincolnNo Meat Recipe

No Meat Recipe

Inspired by Tico's of Lincoln
Time45m
Serves4

Served with choice of side

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Ingredients

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Main Dish

Method

Main Dish Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook Quinoa

    In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and the liquid is absorbed.

  2. 2

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add diced bell pepper and zucchini, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender.

  3. 3

    Add Spinach and Chickpeas

    Stir in fresh spinach and canned chickpeas into the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.

  4. 4

    Season the Mixture

    Add cumin, salt, and black pepper to the vegetable mixture. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

  5. 5

    Combine with Quinoa

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

Side Salad Preparation

  1. 6

    Prepare Salad

    In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber slices.

  2. 7

    Make Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 8

    Toss Salad

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.

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