Nutty Quinoa Bowl

This vibrant Nutty Quinoa Bowl is a wholesome main dish packed with protein and healthy fats. The combination of nuts and fresh vegetables creates a delightful texture and flavor that will keep you satisfied.

Steps

1. Rinse quinoa under cold water and drain.
2. In a small saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
3. While quinoa cooks, roughly chop the mixed nuts and toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
4. In a bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, toasted nuts, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
5. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.

• 1/2 cup quinoa
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, and cashews)
• 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cucumber, diced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish