Quinoa Recipe Quinoa Recipes 2

Instructions

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness. Drain well and set aside.

2. In a medium saucepan, heat the vegetable broth over medium heat until simmering.

3. Add the quinoa to the saucepan and reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until all the liquid has been absorbed. Remove from heat and let it rest, covered, for an additional 5 minutes.

4. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.

5. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

6. Stir in the diced red bell pepper and zucchini. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.

7. Sprinkle the ground cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper over the vegetables. Stir well to combine and let the spices toast for a minute to release their flavors.

8. Gently fold the cooked quinoa into the skillet with the vegetables. Toss everything together until well mixed and heated through.

9. Adjust seasoning if needed and add more salt and pepper to taste.

10. Transfer the quinoa mixture to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

11. Serve hot as a main dish or as a side alongside your favorite protein.