Ecuadorean Quinoa and Vegetable Soup

Dive into the comforting flavors of Ecuador with this vibrant Ecuadorean Quinoa and Vegetable Soup! Packed with nutrient-rich quinoa, hearty potatoes, and a colorful medley of vegetables like carrots, celery, and red bell peppers, this soup is as wholesome as it is flavorful. Enhanced with aromatic cumin and turmeric, it delivers a subtle earthiness while a garnish of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime bring a refreshing zing. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, this one-pot recipe is easy to make, ready in just 50 minutes, and naturally vegan and gluten-free. Serve up this satisfying bowl of warmth and nourishment for a taste of South American tradition that’s sure to please!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrot, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 2 medium tomato, diced
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 large russet potato, peeled and diced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 lime wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion turns translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the diced carrot, celery, and red bell pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes, rinsed quinoa, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well.

Step 5

Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer.

Step 6

Add the diced potato, peas, and corn to the pot. Stir in the cumin, turmeric, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Let the soup simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the quinoa and vegetables are fully cooked and tender.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.

Step 10

Serve with lime wedges on the side for a burst of citrus flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3139.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1769.5

Total Fat 49.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6046.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 289.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.7g	0%
Total Sugars 70.6g
Protein 63.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 569.0mg	0%
Iron 20.7mg	0%
Potassium 7239.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.0%

Protein: 13.7%

Carbs: 62.4%