Description
Lemon Herb Quinoa with Roasted Vegetables is a vibrant, nutritious dish that combines fluffy quinoa with zesty lemon and fresh herbs, complemented by colorful roasted vegetables. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, offering a delightful explosion of flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups assorted vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, carrots)
- ¼ cup fresh basil (chopped)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water and combine it with vegetable broth in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Chop your vegetables into bite-sized pieces and spread them on a lined baking sheet.
- Drizzle olive oil over the veggies; sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Roast vegetables for 20-25 minutes until tender and caramelized, stirring halfway through.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa and roasted vegetables. Squeeze lemon juice over the top and add chopped herbs; toss gently to mix.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg