Soupe de quinoa

Soupe de quinoa is a hearty and nutritious French soup that combines the earthiness of quinoa with a medley of fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs. This comforting dish is perfect for any season and offers a delightful balance of flavors.

Ingredients

• Quinoa - 100 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Zucchini - 1 small, diced
• Onion - 1 small, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Thyme - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Bay leaf - 1
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and set aside.
2. In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the diced carrot and celery to the pot, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until they start to soften.
4. Stir in the diced zucchini, dried thyme, bay leaf, and season with salt and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes.
5. Add the rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, until the quinoa is cooked and the vegetables are tender.
6. Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 42 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and essential amino acids from quinoa.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the variety of vegetables.

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