Mediterranean Quinoa



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Prep Time:
20 mins

Cook Time:
25 mins

Total Time:
45 mins

Servings:
4

Yield:
4 servings


Ingredients

  • 2tablespoonsvegetable oil
  • 2onions, chopped
  • 1green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 2clovesgarlic, crushed
  • ¾cupuncooked quinoa
  • 4cupsvegetable broth or stock
  • 1tablespoontomato puree
  • 3tomatoes – peeled, seeded and chopped
  • Italian seasoning to taste

  • Directions

    Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and red, green and yellow peppers; cook and stir for about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, and cook for about 2 more minutes. Stir in the quinoa, vegetable stock, and tomato puree.

    Return to a boil, then cover and simmer over low heat for 20 minutes, or until quinoa grains are soft. Stir in the diced tomatoes and season with Italian seasoning. Cook until heated through, then serve.



    Nutrition Facts (per serving)

    276 Calories
    10g Fat
    41g Carbs
    8g Protein

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