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Quinoa Delight Soup

Warm Up with a Protein-Rich, Flavorful Quinoa Soup

4servings
35 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Quinoa Delight Soup

About this recipe

Experience the comforting warmth of this Quinoa Delight Soup—a perfect blend of quinoa, black beans, and vegetables. Ideal for chilly days, this nutritious soup is high in protein and bursting with flavor, making it a delightful meal for the entire family.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: avocado slices, fresh cilantro, lime wedges

Directions

  1. 1

    Rinse the quinoa under cold water using a fine mesh strainer.

  2. 2

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Add onion and garlic, sauté until the onion is translucent.

  4. 4

    Stir in the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, quinoa, black beans, corn, cumin, and chili powder. Season with salt and pepper.

  5. 5

    Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20-25 minutes, until quinoa is tender.

  6. 6

    Serve hot with optional toppings like avocado, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Chef's tip

Rinsing quinoa is important to remove its natural coating, which can taste bitter. Feel free to adjust the spices to your taste preference.

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