Zuppa di Quinoa

Zuppa di Quinoa is a hearty and nutritious Italian soup that combines the wholesome goodness of quinoa with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs. This high-protein dish is perfect for a comforting meal that delights the palate and nourishes the body.

Ingredients

• Quinoa - 100 grams
• Vegetable broth - 500 milliliters
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Zucchini - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

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 sauté for about 3 minutes until translucent.
3. Add the minced garlic, diced carrot, and celery to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Stir in the diced zucchini and dried oregano, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Add the rinsed quinoa, salt, and black pepper. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is cooked and has absorbed most of the broth.
7. Remove from heat, stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
8. Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and essential amino acids from quinoa.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.

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