Protein-Packed Quinoa Vegetable Bowl
Savor the goodness of this vibrant Jain-style Quinoa Vegetable Bowl, brimming with nutritious ingredients and offering over 40g of protein. This quick and easy recipe harmoniously blends quinoa, an array of colorful vegetables, and protein-rich cottage cheese, ensuring a wholesome dinner that's purely vegetarian and absolutely delicious!
ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup cottage cheese (paneer)
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
- Salt, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh coriander for garnish
steps
- 1.
Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain. In a saucepan, bring the 2 cups of water to a boil, then add the quinoa. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.
- 2.
While the quinoa cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced bell peppers, spinach, and peas. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the veggies are tender.
- 3.
Stir in the turmeric and cumin powder, mixing well to coat the vegetables evenly. Season with salt to taste.
- 4.
Add the cooked quinoa and cottage cheese (paneer) to the skillet, gently combining until everything is well-mixed and heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
- 5.
Serve warm, garnished with freshly chopped coriander.
