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Simple Quinoa & Vegetables

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Simple Quinoa & Vegetables

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Recipe submitted by: CHEF_MEG
Reviews rated this recipe 4 of 5 Stars.
Number of Servings: 4
Minutes to Prepare: 5 - Minutes to Cook: 12

This protein-rich vegetarian recipe is simple to make and tasty to eat!

Ingredients:
1 c quinoa, rinsed
2 c water
4 medium carrots, chopped
1 zucchini, chopped
8 spears fresh asparagus, chopped
1 T rice wine vinegar
2 T olive oil
1 t fresh thyme, leaves removed from stem
black pepper to taste

Directions:
Place water in a small covered saucepan. Bring to a boil. Add quinoa and stir. Reduce heat to a simmer and replace lid. Simmer for 11-12 minutes, or until water is absorbed.

Steam the vegetables for 3-4 minutes, either in the microwave or in a small covered pot with 1/2 inch water.

Meanwhile, prepare the vinaigrette. Place the vinegar and thyme in a small bowl, then whisk in the oil. Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork.

Place 3/4 cup of quinoa on each plate. Arrange a quarter of the vegetables over the quinoa and top with about 2 teaspoons of the vinaigrette.

EDITOR'S NOTE: Because quinoa is a seed, it contains more fat and calories than a similar volume of rice or another grain.

One serving equals: Calories: 294.9; Total Fat: 13.1 g; Cholesterol: 0.0 mg; Sodium: 43.8 mg; Total Carbs: 38.4 g; Dietary Fiber: 5.4 g; Protein: 7.4 g