Vegan Delight

About this recipe

Experience a delicious and nutritious dish with a harmonious blend of quinoa and vibrant vegetables, perfectly seasoned with aromatic spices. This vegan delight promises to satisfy your taste buds while offering a wholesome meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, it combines simplicity and flavor in every bite.

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 diced tomatoes (14 oz)
• 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained (15 oz)
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Directions

1. 1

   Bring vegetable broth to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in quinoa, cover, and simmer on low for 15-20 minutes, until liquid is absorbed.

2. 2

   Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic for 2 minutes until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add bell pepper, zucchini, and mushrooms. Cook for 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.

4. 4

   Stir in diced tomatoes, black beans, chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Fluff quinoa with a fork and mix into the skillet.

6. 6

   Combine ingredients well and heat through for 2 minutes.

7. 7

   Serve hot and garnish with fresh cilantro.