DESCRIPTION of SIZZLING SPANISH QUINOA SKILLET
Unveil the vibrant flavours of Spain with this Sizzling Spanish Quinoa Skillet, a delightful vegetarian dish that brings a wholesome twist to your table. Perfect for a family dinner or a festive gathering, this recipe combines the nutty essence of quinoa with the strong zest of traditional Spanish spices. Enriched with a colourful mix of green peppers, onions, and tomatoes and sparked by a hint of hot sauce, each forkful is a celebration of textures and tastes, making it a hearty and satisfying meal.
RECIPE CATEGORY
- Dinner
SERVING SIZE
- 6 servings
CUISINE
- Spanish
PREPARATION/TECHNIQUES
- Sauté, Simmer
OCCASION/HOLIDAY
- Family Reunion, Party, Summer, Fall
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION/DIETARY CONCERNS
- Vegan, Vegetarian, Low Fat, Healthy, High Fibre
DISH TYPE
- Entrée
INGREDIENTS FOR SIZZLING SPANISH QUINOA SKILLET
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 (15 oz) can petite diced tomatoes
- 1/2 – 1 tsp. Hot sauce, to your liking
- 1 tsp. chilli powder
- 1/2 tsp. cumin
- 1/2 tsp. oregano
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- Pinch pepper
- 1 Tbsp cilantro, roughly chopped
FULL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
- Unavailable
PREPARATION FOR SIZZLING SPANISH QUINOA SKILLET
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, onion, and green bell pepper, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the quinoa, making sure it’s well coated with the olive oil and sautéed vegetables.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and add the can of diced tomatoes (with juice), hot sauce, chilli powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat. Stir in the chopped cilantro just before serving.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.
PREP TIME
- 10 minutes
COOKING TIME
- 25 minutes
TIPS FOR SIZZLING SPANISH QUINOA SKILLET
- To add a protein boost, consider mixing in cooked black beans or shredded chicken in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- For a smoky flavour, a pinch of smoked paprika works wonders with this dish.
VARIATIONS
- For a non-vegan version, top with shredded cheddar or crumbled feta cheese.
- Mix in sliced olives or capers for an added burst of flavour.
PREPPING AND STORAGE GUIDE FOR SIZZLING SPANISH QUINOA SKILLET
- This dish can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stove or in a microwave with a splash of added water to keep the quinoa moist.
- For longer storage, freeze portions in freezer-safe containers for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.