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Dairy-Free Dinner Delight

Satisfy Your Taste Buds with this Delicious Dairy-Free Dinner

4servings
30 min
Easy
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Dairy-Free Dinner Delight

About this recipe

This Dairy-Free Dinner Delight is a nutritious dish that combines the hearty flavors of quinoa, black beans, and a medley of fresh vegetables. Cooked without dairy, it's perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a wholesome meal while adhering to a dairy-free diet. With aromatic spices that infuse each bite, this dish is as satisfying as it is healthy.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Directions

  1. 1

    Bring the vegetable broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the quinoa, reduce heat, cover, and simmer until cooked and liquid is absorbed, about 15-20 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.

  3. 3

    Add the red bell pepper, zucchini, and mushrooms. Cook until vegetables are tender.

  4. 4

    Stir in the diced tomatoes, black beans, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.

  5. 5

    Serve the vegetable mixture over the cooked quinoa.

  6. 6

    Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Chef's tip

For additional flavor, consider adding a squeeze of lime over the dish before serving. Ensure quinoa is rinsed well before cooking to avoid any bitterness.

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