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healthy dinner options

Healthy Dinner Options: 5 Comforting Meals You’ll Love


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A comforting healthy dinner option that is easy to prepare and delicious.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of quinoa
  • 4 cups of vegetable broth
  • 1 cup of chopped spinach
  • 1 cup of diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup of chopped bell pepper
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
  2. In a pot, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  5. Add chopped spinach, diced tomatoes, and bell pepper. Cook for 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  7. Combine the cooked quinoa with the vegetable mixture.
  8. Serve warm.

Notes

  • For a protein boost, add cooked chicken or chickpeas.
  • Feel free to substitute quinoa with brown rice or couscous.
  • Use low-sodium vegetable broth for a healthier option.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: healthy dinner options, easy recipes, vegetarian meals