Spicy Quinoa with veggies | How to make quinoa taste good #healthy

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier and has a higher smoke point.

black beans

🥗Healthier: kidney beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Kidney beans are lower in calories while pinto beans are often cheaper.

Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water using a fine mesh strainer to remove any bitterness.

In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced ginger and garlic, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add diced onion and carrots to the saucepan. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.

Stir in the rinsed quinoa and sauté for another 1-2 minutes to lightly toast the grains.

Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.

Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork and stir in the fresh spinach leaves. Allow the residual heat to wilt the spinach.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

To serve, divide the Quinoa Harvest Bowl into serving bowls. Top each bowl with finely chopped onion, tomato, and a drizzle of fresh lime juice for a burst of brightness.

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