Veggie Quinoa

Veggie Quinoa

Ingredients: Makes 4-6 servings

• 1 cup uncooked quinoa (prepare according to directions)

• 1 tbs olive oil

• 1/4 sweet onion, chopped

• 1/2 red sweet pepper, chopped

• 1/2 yellow pepper, chopped

• 1-2 cups broccoli florets, steamed

• 3 gloves garlic, chopped

• 1 3oz can black olives, sliced

• 2 tsp parsley

• sea salt black pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Prepare quinoa according to package directions. To add more flavor, swap water for reduced sodium chicken stock. Set aside.

2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

3. Add the onions & garlic. Saute for 2 minutes.

4. Add red peppers & yellow peppers. Stir for a minute.

5. Add black olives & broccoli florets. Stir for a minute then cover and steam over low heat for 2-4 minutes.

6. Stir in quinoa. Cover and cook over low heat about 3 minutes.

7. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts:

Calories: 173 | Fat: 6g | Fiber: 5g | Carbs: 25g | Protein: 7g | Sugar: 1g | Sodium: 185mg

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