Quinoa and Vegetable Pulao

This easy Quinoa and Vegetable Pulao is a flavorful and healthy one-pot meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. The quinoa is cooked in vegetable broth with a variety of vegetables, including onion, carrots, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and peas. The garam masala adds a warm and aromatic flavor to the dish. Enjoy!

Pulao is a classic Indian dish made with rice, vegetables, and spices. This quinoa version is a healthier and more flavorful take on the traditional dish. Quinoa is a good source of protein and fiber, and it cooks in less time than rice. The vegetables add color, texture, and nutrients to the dish, and the garam masala gives it a warm and aromatic flavor.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 1 teaspoon garam masala

Instructions

1. Rinse the quinoa in a fine-mesh sieve.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa, vegetable broth, onion, carrots, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, peas, and garam masala.
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked through and the liquid has been absorbed.
4. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and serve hot.

Why It Works

• The combination of quinoa and vegetables makes this dish a good source of protein, fiber, and nutrients.
• The garam masala adds a warm and aromatic flavor to the dish.
• Cooking the quinoa in vegetable broth gives it a more flavorful taste.
• This dish is easy to make and can be ready in under 30 minutes.