QUINOA WITH VEGGIES

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Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 c quinoa, rinsed and drained
1 c vegetable broth
1/2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 red onion, diced
1 stalk celery, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
2 med zucchini, diced
1/4 c frozen corn kernels
1 1/2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and freshly ground black paper, to taste

Steps:

Place the qunoa and vegetable broth in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Turn the heat to low and cook, covered, for 20 min., or until liquid has been absorbed. fluff with a fork and set aside. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan or high-sided skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, celery, and bell pepper. Cook, stirring until the onion is just soft, about 2-3 min. Add the garlic and stir for another 30 seconds, then add the zucchini and corn. Cook, stirring frequently, until the zucchini is crisp-tender, about 3 min. Add the cooked quinoa and stir well. Toss with the fresh parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm or cold.