Low Fat Quinoa with Roasted Vegetables

Light, nutritious, and packed with hearty flavors, this Low Fat Quinoa with Roasted Vegetables recipe is your go-to dish for a healthy and satisfying meal. Featuring fluffy quinoa simmered in water or vegetable broth, paired with caramelized roasted red bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and red onions, this recipe bursts with natural sweetness and savory undertones. Seasoned with a simple yet aromatic blend of garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper, and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, each bite is a delightful balance of taste and texture. Ready in just 45 minutes and perfect as a wholesome main or vibrant side dish, this gluten-free, low-fat recipe is ideal for meal prep or a quick midweek dinner. Enjoy it warm or at room temperature, and revel in its simplicity and nourishing goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water or vegetable broth
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 medium zucchini
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium red onion
• 1 as needed olive oil cooking spray
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water using a fine-mesh sieve to remove any bitterness.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water or vegetable broth to a boil, add the quinoa, cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed.

Step 4

While the quinoa cooks, prepare the vegetables. Chop the red bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 5

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the chopped vegetables evenly. Spray with olive oil cooking spray.

Step 6

Sprinkle the garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper over the vegetables.

Step 7

Roast the vegetables in the oven for 20 minutes or until they are tender and slightly caramelized.

Step 8

Check the quinoa; if it is cooked and fluffy, remove it from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff it with a fork afterward.

Step 9

When the vegetables are done, combine them with the quinoa in a large bowl.

Step 10

Finely chop fresh parsley and add it to the quinoa and vegetable mixture.

Step 11

Stir gently to combine all ingredients and adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.

Step 12

Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy your nutritious low-fat meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1301.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	804.1

Total Fat 14.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5544.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 139.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.4g	0%
Total Sugars 30.4g
Protein 31.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 146.1mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 1700.1mg	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: 16.0%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 68.5%