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Veggie Quinoa Stir-Fry

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Ingredients
  

Ingredients:

- 1 cup quinoa

- 2 cups vegetable broth

- 2 tablespoons olive oil

- 1 onion, sliced

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- Assorted vegetables of your choice (e.g., broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)

- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce

- 1 tablespoon sesame oil

- Salt and pepper to taste

- Optional toppings: sesame seeds, chopped scallions

Method
 

  1. - Rinse quinoa well and cook it in vegetable broth according to package instructions.
    - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the sliced onion and minced garlic until translucent.
    - Add your choice of vegetables and cook them for a few minutes until they are slightly tender, yet still crunchy.
    - In a small bowl, mix together the low-sodium soy sauce and sesame oil.
    - Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the cooked quinoa to the other side.
    - Pour the soy sauce and sesame oil mixture over the quinoa and toss everything together until well combined.
    - Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    - Optional: Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped scallions on top for added flavor and presentation.
    - Serve the veggie quinoa stir-fry hot and enjoy a nutritious, flavorful meal that is sure to impress!

Notes

- 1 cup cooked quinoa: around 220 calories
- Assorted vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots): around 70-100 calories
- Olive oil (2 tablespoons): around 240 calories
- Low-sodium soy sauce (2 tablespoons): around 20 calories
Please note that these calorie estimates are approximate and can vary based on the specific brands and quantities of ingredients used. It's always a good idea to have a food tracking app or consult a nutritionist for more accurate information specific to your ingredients and preferences.