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Eat Healthy: 5 Quick Quinoa Recipes for Nutritional Boost


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A guide to prepare healthy meals easily.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of quinoa
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, broccoli)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lemon (juice)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
  2. In a pot, combine quinoa, 4 cups of water, salt, and bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  5. Add chopped vegetables and sauté for 5 minutes.
  6. Fluff quinoa with a fork and mix in vegetables.
  7. Add lemon juice and parsley, stir well.
  8. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use any vegetables you prefer.
  • Can be served warm or cold.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Boiling and Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: eat healthy