Quinoa with Veggies

Quinoa with Veggies


Quinoa with veggies is a versatile dish. It is vegetarian, yet loaded with spices, vitamins, minerals, and protein. It is relatively low carbohydrate and excellent served with some Raita or Korma. The nuttiness of the Quinoa is a delight to your tastebuds!


Ingredients:

Organic Quinoa, 2 cup

Onions, raw, 1 cup, chopped

Pepper, red or cayenne, 1 tsp

Ginger Root, 1 tsp minced finely

Cauliflower, 1 cup - small florets

Red pepper, 1 cup chopped

Sesame Oil, 1 1tsp

Cilantro raw, 2 tbsp

Garam masala, 1 tsp

Salt to taste



Method:

Dry roast Quinoa over moderate heat for 5 minutes - this will impart a nutty flavor to it, and set aside.

Heat oil in sauce pan over light heat for 1-2 minutes.

Add minced ginger, sauté lightly and add onion, cayenne, garam masala and sauté for an additional 5 minutes.

Add cauliflower florets and red pepper and sauté for 5 minutes.

Add quinoa and sauté mixture for 5 minutes, add salt and two cups of boiling water.

Cover and simmer for 10 minutes, then turn off heat and allow to steam.



Nutrition Facts: This recipe is high in protein and low in saturated fat. This dish makes six servings with 8 plus grams of protein per serving.





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