Healthy Quinoa Lentil Recipe
created by
Sarah S. Dec. 23, 2024
“Lentils spinach green beans quinoa tomatoes and spices and chickpeas”
Coach Chiquita Nicole
“Your dinner with lentils spinach green beans quinoa tomatoes spices and chickpeas looks absolutely delicious Sarah! The combination of lean proteins from lentils and chickpeas and fiber-rich foods like spinach and green beans is a great choice. These foods will help keep you full and satisfied. The quinoa is a fantastic addition as its a whole grain and a good source of fiber”
Instructions
1.
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic, sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
2.
Add the rinsed quinoa, lentils, vegetable broth (or water), diced tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
3.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
4.
After 20 minutes, add the chopped spinach and green beans. Stir and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5.
Finally, stir in the chickpeas and heat through for another 2-3 minutes. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Ingredients
1.
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2.
1 cup lentils, rinsed
3.
2 cups vegetable broth or water
4.
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
5.
1 cup green beans, trimmed and chopped
6.
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
7.
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juices
8.
1 onion, diced
9.
2 cloves garlic, minced
10.
1 tsp cumin
11.
1 tsp paprika
12.
Salt and pepper to taste
13.
1 tbsp olive oil
Nutrition
calories
350
fat
8
saturates
1
carbohydrates
55
fibres
15
sugar
5
addedSugar
0
protein
18
Healthy Quinoa Lentil Recipe
My Rating
Sarah S.Author
"Lentils spinach green beans quinoa tomatoes and spices and chickpeas"
Coach Chiquita Nicole
"Your dinner with lentils spinach green beans quinoa tomatoes spices and chickpeas looks absolutely delicious Sarah! The combination of lean proteins from lentils and chickpeas and fiber-rich foods like spinach and green beans is a great choice. These foods will help keep you full and satisfied. The quinoa is a fantastic addition as its a whole grain and a good source of fiber"