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Quinoa vegetable soup

Recipe Information

Description:
Quinoa vegetable soup is a delicious Latin American recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 20 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 35 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 20 Minutes
Total Time 35 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Quinoa
Category Rice & Grains
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Appetizer; Side Dish
Subtype Soup
Cuisine Latin American
Cook Method Boiling
Diet

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon butter

  • 2 cup uncooked quinoa

  • 2 cups vegetable broth

  • 2 teaspoons chopped garlic

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

  • 1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1 large onion, finely chopped

  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice

Directions

  • Heat the butter in a saucepan over medium heat and add the quinoa, stirring well for 5 minutes or until lightly browned.

  • Add the vegetable broth and stir until it boils. Cover, reduce to a simmer, and cook for 15 minutes or until quinoa is tender.

  • Ladle the soup into a bowl and add the garlic, parsley, thyme, salt, and onion, stirring well. Sprinkle lemon juice on top and serve.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 210 cal

  • Total fat: 7g

  • Saturated fat: 4g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 3g

  • Cholesterol: 8mg

  • Sodium: 400mg

  • Potassium: 0mg

  • Carbohydrate: 32g

  • Fiber: 4g

  • Protein: 7g