You’ll love this delicious recipe featuring quinoa, corn, tomatoes, and zucchini. This is a healthy, colorful, and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any meal. This dish can be served as a main course or as a side dish.
Ingredients:
1 cup quinoa
2 cups vegetable broth or water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium zucchini, diced
1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned and drained)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Juice of 1 lime
Optional: avocado slices and crumbled feta cheese for topping
Instructions:
Cook the Quinoa according to direction: Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.
In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and vegetable broth (or water). Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
Prepare the Vegetables:
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the diced zucchini to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until it starts to soften.
Combine and Season:
Add the corn and halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften.
Stir in the cooked quinoa, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
Finish and Serve:
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice.
Serve warm, topped with avocado slices and crumbled feta cheese if desired.
Tips:
You can customize this dish by adding other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach. For a bit of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a diced jalapeño.
All ingredients can be found at Edge of the Woods. Enjoy your nutritious and tasty quinoa and vegetable medley!