Veggies & Pesto Quinoa

pesto

🥗Healthier: homemade pesto

💰Cheaper: spinach + olive oil

Homemade pesto can reduce costs and customize flavors.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free alternative that adds a cheesy flavor.

Rinse quinoa under cold water until water runs clear.

Combine quinoa and vegetable broth in a pot; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.

Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes; fluff with a fork.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; add garlic and sauté until fragrant.

Add zucchini, bell peppers, and carrots; cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.

Add cooked quinoa to the skillet; mix well with vegetables.

Stir in pesto, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper; combine thoroughly.

Serve warm, garnished with parmesan cheese and fresh basil.

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