Protein-Packed Autumn Vegetable Dish
recipe

A delicious and nutritious vegetarian dish perfect for an autumn dinner. It's full of flavor and protein, and easy to prepare!
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Serving Size: 4 servings
Ingredients:
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped red onion and garlic, and sauté for about 3 minutes until softened.
2. Add the diced bell pepper and continue to sauté for an additional 5 minutes.
3. Rinse quinoa under cold water and add it to the skillet. Stir well.
4. Pour in vegetable broth, black beans, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Let it simmer for about 15 minutes until quinoa is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
5. Finally, add spinach and stir until slightly wilted.
6. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Protein: 15 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fat: 10 g
- Fiber: 12 g

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