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Quinoa with Veggies

Quinoa with Veggies

Cost $7.5, save $5

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 20 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $7.5

INGREDIENTS

  • Grain and Water

    • 💧 3 cups water
    • 1 cup quinoa
    • 🧂 1 pinch salt

  • Vegetables and Oils

    • 3 tablespoons olive oil
    • 🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
    • 🌽 ½ cup corn kernels
    • 2 green onions, chopped

  • Spices

    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
    • ½ teaspoon ground cumin

STEPS

1

Bring water, quinoa, and 1 pinch salt to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender, about 20 minutes. Drain in a mesh strainer; set aside.

2

Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in garlic; cook until it softens and its aroma mellows, about 2 minutes.

3

Add bell pepper and corn; cook until the bell pepper softens, about 5 minutes.

4

Season with oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper; cook 1 minute more. Then stir in cooked quinoa and green onions.

5

Serve hot or cold.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

280

Calories

  • 7
    Protein
  • 34
    Carbs
  • 13
    Fats

💡 Customize vegetables to your liking—zucchini, spinach, or mushrooms can be great additions.Use pre-washed quinoa to save time on rinsing.For extra flavor, cook quinoa in vegetable broth instead of water.This dish is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.