High Protein Savory Vegetable Filling

Packed with vibrant veggies, hearty legumes, and protein-rich quinoa, this High Protein Savory Vegetable Filling is a versatile, nutrient-dense recipe perfect for stuffing peppers, topping salads, or serving as a stand-alone side dish. Featuring an aromatic blend of garlic, smoked paprika, and ground cumin, this recipe bursts with bold flavors while remaining vegan and gluten-free. The addition of black beans, chickpeas, and a hint of nutritional yeast elevates the protein content, making it ideal for meal preps or post-workout meals. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s as quick as it is satisfying. Customize with fresh parsley for a burst of freshness and enjoy a wholesome, plant-powered dish that’s sure to please!

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 large carrot, grated
• 2 cups spinach, chopped
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3 minutes, until it starts to soften.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and grated carrot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.

Step 5

Mix in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the cooked quinoa, black beans, and chickpeas, mixing everything together well.

Step 7

Pour in the soy sauce, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, ground cumin, black pepper, and salt. Stir to ensure everything is evenly coated with the seasonings.

Step 8

Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and the filling to heat through completely.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving, if using.

Step 11

Use as desired for stuffing vegetables, topping dishes, or as a stand-alone high-protein side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1434.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1251.3

Total Fat 40.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3374.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 178.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.4g	0%
Total Sugars 31.0g
Protein 54.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 522.5mg	0%
Iron 18.9mg	0%
Potassium 3916.7mg	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: 28.1%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 55.0%