Quinoa Primavera

Quinoa Primavera is a vibrant, wholesome recipe that is a beautiful rebellion against your mundane dinner routine. Ready in less than 15 minutes, this easy stovetop recipe celebrates the best of the season. With its protein-rich quinoa, colorful vegetables, and light yet flavorful sauce, this dish is a perfect healthy option for any busy weeknight.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Quinoa

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings

Calories 183kcal

Author Wendy Polisi

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves minced garlic optional
1 frozen Primavera vegetable blend
½ cup milk or unsweetened almond milk
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 cups cooked quinoa
2 ounces Parmesan cheese grated (optional)
3 tablespoons chopped Parsley

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Instructions

Heat oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add frozen vegetables and cook for 5 minutes.
In a small bowl whisk together milk and cornstarch. Add to vegetable mixture and cook for 2 minutes. Add broth, salt and pepper and cook for 3 minutes longer. Stir in quinoa and cook until heated through, adding additional broth if necessary.
Serve warm with cheese and parsley

Notes

To make this recipe vegan, omit the Parmesan and use almond milk.

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