Quinoa with Veggies

By johandi

I love quinoa and I wanted to make something that was flavorful and filling. The vegetables can be changed to your liking! Try these: zucchini, carrots, celery, green bell pepper, red onion, or whatever you have hanging around your kitchen."

Ingredients

• Ingredients
• 1 cup quinoa
• 3 cups water
• 1 pinch salt
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 cup corn kernels
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 green onions, chopped

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 10mins
Cooking time 30mins

Preparation

Step 1

Directions
1.Bring the quinoa, water, and 1 pinch of salt to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender, about 20 minutes. Once done, drain a mesh strainer, and set aside.
2.Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, and cook until the garlic softens and the aroma mellows, about 2 minutes. Add the red pepper, and corn; continue cooking until the pepper softens, about 5 minutes. Season with cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper, and cook for 1 minute more, then stir in the cooked quinoa and green onions. Serve hot or cold.


Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving Calories: 281 | Total Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 0mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database