Quinoa Veggie Bowl
A vibrant quinoa veggie bowl in a white ceramic bowl, featuring fluffy quinoa mixed with colorful sautéed vegetables including red bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes, drizzled with lemon herb dressing and garnished with fresh parsley, served on a rustic wooden table with a lemon wedge

Ingredients
Nutrition Facts
* Nutritional information is approximate and may vary based on ingredients and preparation methods.
Instructions
Cook the Quinoa
Rinse quinoa in a fine mesh strainer under cold water until water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a boil, then add rinsed quinoa. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
Pro Tip:
Rinsing quinoa removes the natural coating that can make it taste bitter
Prepare Vegetables and Dressing
While quinoa cooks, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced zucchini and red bell pepper, cook for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp. Add cherry tomatoes and red onion, cook 2-3 minutes more. In a small bowl, whisk together remaining olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
Pro Tip:
Don't overcook the vegetables - they should retain some crunch for texture contrast
Combine and Season
Transfer cooked quinoa to a large serving bowl and gently fold in the sautéed vegetables. Drizzle with lemon herb dressing and toss gently to combine. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Pro Tip:
Let the bowl cool slightly before adding dressing so the flavors meld without wilting the herbs
Serve and Garnish
Divide the quinoa veggie mixture among serving bowls. Garnish with additional fresh parsley and lemon wedges if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature. This bowl can also be refrigerated and enjoyed cold as a nutritious meal prep option.
Pro Tip:
This bowl tastes even better the next day as the flavors have time to develop - perfect for meal prep
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