Description
A healthy dinner recipe that combines fresh ingredients and advanced cooking techniques for a nourishing meal.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups quinoa, rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a boil.
- Add quinoa, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
- While quinoa cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add bell pepper and zucchini, cook until tender.
- Stir in cherry tomatoes, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Combine cooked quinoa with the vegetable mixture.
- Plate the dish, garnishing with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Quinoa can be substituted with brown rice for variation.
- Experiment with different vegetables based on seasonal availability.
- For added protein, consider incorporating chickpeas or grilled chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sauté and simmer
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: healthy dinner recipes, quinoa recipes, Mediterranean dishes