Veggie Quinoa Bowl

This Veggie Quinoa is a quick and easy dish made with fluffy quinoa, sautéed veggies, and simple seasonings, perfect for a healthy meal or side. Packed with protein and flavor, it’s great for busy families, meal preppers, or anyone looking for a delicious, nutritious bite!

You know those recipes that come together almost by accident but end up becoming a staple in your kitchen? This Veggie Quinoa is exactly that for me! I first made it on a whim, trying to use up some leftover veggies, and it turned out so good that now I make it all the time.

It’s light, flavorful, and packed with all the good stuff—protein from the quinoa, tons of vitamins from the veggies, and just the right amount of seasoning to make it not boring. Whether you need a quick side dish or a healthy meal prep option, this one’s a winner.

Veggie Quinoa Bowl

Stephanie | Gathered In The Kitchen

This Veggie Quinoa bowl is a quick and easy dish made with fluffy quinoa, sautéed veggies, and simple seasonings, perfect for a healthy meal or side. Packed with protein and flavor, it’s great for busy families, meal preppers, or anyone looking for a delicious, nutritious bite!

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Prep Time 0 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 2 servings

Equipment

• sauce pot
• skillet

Ingredients

  

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Quinoa

• 1 c quinoa follow instructions on box to cook
• 2 c water

Vegetables

• 1/2 c carrot cut into slivers
• 1/2 c green onion diced
• 1/4 c celery diced
• 1/4 c sweet red peppers diced
• 1/4 c sweet green peppers diced
• 2 garlic cloves peeled and diced
• 3 tbs extra virgin olive oil

Almonds

• 1 c almonds sliced
• 2 tbs extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

 

• Cook the Quinoa: Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of water (or vegetable broth for extra flavor). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
• Sauté chopped vegetables in olive oil until clear, yet crisp: stir in oregano. Add sautéed vegetables to cooked, hot quinoa, mixing well. Season with salt and pepper.
• Dry-roast almonds in heavy skillet until lightly golden. Add almonds and mix. Serves 6-8.
• Toss all of the ingredients together in a bowl and serve

Notes

💡 Quinoa pilaf served as a side dish with fish or chicken is delicious.

💡Vary the pilaf using your favorite vegetables, or by cooking the quinoa in chicken, fish or vegetable stock instead of water.

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Stephanie Bruce

Stephanie—home cook, DIY addict, seasonal decor fanatic, and proud chicken wrangler living in a Victorian house that’s always a project. Whether I’m cooking with garden-fresh ingredients, herding mischievous chickens, or tackling another DIY, I’m here to share the fun (and chaos).

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