Protein-Packed Quinoa Delight
This vegan protein quinoa recipe combines the goodness of soaked red cow peas and quinoa with a colorful medley of chopped carrots, onions, tomatoes, and green beans. Tossed in olive oil, lemon juice, and a hint of green chillies, this hearty dish is sprinkled with fresh coriander leaves for added freshness and flavor.
ingredients
- 1/4 cup soaked red cow peas
- 1/4 cup soaked quinoa
- 3-4 tsp chopped carrots
- 3 tbsp chopped onions
- 2 tbsp chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped green beans
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2-3 tsp lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- 1/4 tsp green chillies
- 2 tsp coriander leaves
- 2-3 cups of water
steps
- 1.
Rinse soaked red cow peas and quinoa under cold water.
- 2.
In a saucepan, bring water to a boil and add soaked red cow peas. Cook until tender.
- 3.
Add soaked quinoa to the same pan and cook for another 10-12 minutes until both ingredients are cooked through.
- 4.
In a separate pan, heat olive oil and sauté chopped onions until translucent.
- 5.
Add chopped carrots, green beans, and tomatoes, and cook for 5 minutes or until they are slightly tender.
- 6.
Transfer the cooked red cow peas and quinoa to the pan with the sautéed vegetables.
- 7.
Season with salt, green chillies, and lemon juice. Mix well.
- 8.
Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.
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