Autumn Protein-Packed Vegetable Dish
recipe

A delicious and nutritious protein-rich vegetarian recipe, perfect for autumn meals.
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Serving Size: 4 servings
Ingredients:
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (e.g., red or yellow)
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
1. Rinse the quinoa under water and add it to a pot with vegetable broth. Cook over medium heat for about 15 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is cooked.
2. Heat a skillet and add the chopped red onion and minced garlic. Sauté for a few minutes until softened.
3. Add the diced bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
4. Stir in the black beans, cumin, and smoked paprika with the vegetables. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Add the cooked quinoa to the skillet and mix all the ingredients well. Heat for a moment longer.
6. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Energy: 320 kcal
- Protein: 12 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fat: 7 g
- Fiber: 10 g

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