Healthy Quinoa Vegetable Soup
A nourishing and delicious soup combining quinoa with a variety of vibrant vegetables, perfect for a quick meal or cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth Can substitute with chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- to taste Salt and pepper
- for garnish Fresh parsley
Instructions
Cooking
- In a large pot, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
- Add the carrots and celery, cooking until softened.
- Stir in the zucchini and bell pepper, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.
- Add the rinsed quinoa, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, thyme, and oregano.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the vegetables are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
This soup can be served as a main course or side dish. Pairs well with whole-grain bread or salad. For extra flavor, add lemon juice or chili flakes.