Quinoa with vegetables

Cookinero 19 Apr 2025

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Quinoa contains a lot of protein and can replace meat in terms of amino acid composition. When cooked, quinoa seeds have a delicate nutty flavor and a pleasant grainy structure, and the combination with vegetables makes them more delicious and healthy. Quinoa can be white, black or red. If you need to get a crumbly mass for quinoa with vegetables, choose red or black quinoa - these varieties hold their shape perfectly. This recipe suggests choosing from these options.

How to cook Quinoa with vegetables

Step 1

Start frying the vegetables. Place the mushrooms, broccoli and carrots in a heated frying pan and fry for 7-10 minutes. Add a little water, salt and simmer under the lid until done for about 10 more minutes. When the vegetables are done, add the spinach and stir for 1-2 minutes. Then remove from heat.

Step 2

Prepare the quinoa. Heat a dry frying pan and fry the grains until golden brown over medium heat. Reduce heat and add water to cover the grains by 0.5-1 cm. Salt to taste and cover with a lid. Cook for 15-20 minutes over low heat until the water is completely absorbed. The quinoa will become soft and increase in size.

Step 3

Combine ingredients. Mix cooked quinoa with vegetables. Add salt and pepper if necessary. Let it warm up in a frying pan for about 2-3 minutes.