Quinoa Black Bean Broccoli Deliciousness

Submitted by Chef #625684

"Very light, high in protein, makes a vatful! Quinoa, black beans, brocolli, sundried tomatoes, roasted red peppers, capers, zucchini, spinach"

 

• Ready In: 35mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 8-11

ingredients

• 2 2⁄3 cups quinoa
• 3⁄4 cup roasted red pepper, chopped
• 18 sun-dried tomatoes, chopped and softened
• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can black beans, rinsed
• 3 tablespoons capers
• 2 zucchini, cut into long ribbons
• 2 fresh garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed in microwave
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

directions

1. Make the quinoa according the directions on package. Typically 2 parts liquid, 1 part quinoa, cooked for 10-15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
2. While the quinoa is cooking, heat the garlic in the olive oil for 2 minutes.
3. Add the zucchini and cook until tender.
4. When the quinoa and zucchini are done, add all other ingredients and allow to reheat over medium low heat.
5. Serve hot.

Reviews

[Dominick and Amanda]

This was very good and very healthy. My husband didn't really think the sun-dried tomatoes fit with the recipe so next time I'll either add less or leave them out. This was very simple to prepare though. Thanks!