Savory Herb-Infused Vegetable Quinoa Stew
This nourishing slow cooker meal combines a medley of colorful vegetables with protein-rich quinoa, all infused with aromatic herbs. Perfectly seasoned and bursting with flavor, this wholesome stew is ideal for a healthy weeknight dinner. Let your slow cooker do the work while you relish the rich, warm flavors of this comforting dish, perfect for serving up on chilly evenings.
ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 cup green beans, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
steps
- 1.
In the slow cooker, combine quinoa, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes.
- 2.
Add chopped onion, garlic, carrots, red bell pepper, zucchini, and green beans.
- 3.
Sprinkle in the dried thyme, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- 4.
Drizzle with olive oil and stir gently to combine all ingredients.
- 5.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until veggies are tender and quinoa is fluffy.
- 6.
Once cooked, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- 7.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
