Veggie Quinoa

Veggie Quinoa
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    35 mins
  • SERVING
    2 People
  • VIEWS
    172

A vibrant and wholesome dish, perfect for using up those stray vegetables lurking in your crisper drawer. This quinoa bowl is surprisingly satisfying and packed with nutrients, making it a delightful vegetarian option that even meat-eaters will enjoy.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    35 g
  • Fiber
    5 g
  • Protein
    13 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    315 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    11 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 2 mins In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of vegetable broth to a rolling boil. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 20 mins Stir in the quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 20 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is cooked through.

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Recipe View 1 mins While the quinoa is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 1 mins Add the minced garlic, broccoli florets, and diced firm tofu to the skillet. Stir for 1 minute to coat everything in the oil and garlic.

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Recipe View 2 mins Cover the skillet and steam over low heat for 2 minutes, allowing the broccoli to soften slightly.

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Recipe View 1 mins Stir in the remaining 1/4 cup of vegetable broth, sliced mushrooms, and chopped fresh spinach. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 3 mins Cover the skillet again and cook over medium heat until the mushrooms are tender and the spinach is wilted, approximately 3 minutes.

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Recipe View 1 mins Once the quinoa is cooked, gently stir the vegetable-tofu mixture into the quinoa. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 10 mins Cover the pot, remove from heat, and allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving. (10 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, try toasting the quinoa in a dry pan for a few minutes before cooking it.
Feel free to substitute other vegetables based on what you have on hand. Bell peppers, zucchini, or carrots would all be great additions.
If you prefer a creamier texture, add a splash of coconut milk or a dollop of yogurt at the end.
Consider adding a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds or chopped nuts for added crunch.

Mabel Cole

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 57 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Paxton Goodwin

    This is a great recipe for meal prepping. It keeps well in the fridge for a few days.

  • Ebony Boyle

    My kids even liked it! I left out the mushrooms for them.

  • Moriah Ondricka

    Easy to follow and very flavorful. I will definitely make this again.

  • Grant Collins

    I made this last night and it was so good! I added some red pepper flakes for a little heat.

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