Sugar-Free Quinoa with Roasted Vegetables

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and healthy Sugar-Free Quinoa with Roasted Vegetables! Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like fluffy quinoa, tender roasted zucchini, and sweet caramelized red bell peppers, this dish is a symphony of textures and flavors. Seasoned with aromatic garlic powder, oregano, and a splash of zesty lemon juice, it’s a naturally sugar-free and gluten-free recipe that fits perfectly into clean eating and plant-based diets. Whether served as a satisfying main or a hearty side dish, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in just 45 minutes and pairs beautifully with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness. Perfect for meal prep or a quick crowd-pleaser, this quinoa dish is bound to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Quinoa
• 2 cups Water
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Zucchini
• 1 large Carrot
• 1 medium Red onion
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil, then add the rinsed quinoa.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy.

Step 5

Meanwhile, chop the red bell pepper, zucchini, carrot, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.

Step 6

Place the chopped vegetables in a large mixing bowl, and add the olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried oregano. Toss until the vegetables are well coated.

Step 7

Spread the vegetables evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 8

Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.

Step 9

Once the quinoa and vegetables are cooked, combine them in a large bowl.

Step 10

Add the lemon juice and fresh parsley, tossing well to mix.

Step 11

Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 12

Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1286.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1154.8

Total Fat 55.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5482.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 135.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.9g	0%
Total Sugars 27.4g
Protein 29.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 169.2mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 1346.5mg	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: 43.0%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 46.7%