Quinoa Vegetarian Chili

Quinoa is a complete protein, meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids that our bodies need.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 17.

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Quinoa Vegetarian Chili

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: American, Mexican Courses: Gluten free, Lunch, Main Dish, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Quinoa
• 2 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Bell pepper
• 1 medium Zucchini
• 1 can Canned diced tomatoes
• 1 can Canned kidney beans
• 1 can Canned black beans
• 1 tablespoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Fresh cilantro
• 4 wedge Lime

Instructions

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
2. In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil and add the quinoa. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked.
3. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until softened.
4. Add the bell pepper and zucchini and cook for another 5 minutes.
5. Stir in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
6. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Serve the quinoa vegetarian chili hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 8g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.