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One-Pot Kale and Quinoa Stew

One-Pot Kale and Quinoa Stew

Delicious One-Pot Kale and Quinoa Stew is a nutritious and easy-to-make meal, perfect for healthy eating.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 1 cup fresh kale leaves, torn
  • 1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 cup carrots, sliced thinly
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Oil
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant and translucent (about 3 minutes).
  2. Stir in sliced carrots; cook until slightly softened (about 5 minutes).
  3. Add torn kale leaves and stir until wilted (about 2 minutes).
  4. Pour in vegetable broth and rinsed quinoa; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 15 minutes.
  5. Once quinoa is cooked through, stir in cumin and paprika; adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve warm in bowls, optionally topping with fresh herbs or a drizzle of olive oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 7g

Notes

Feel free to customize this dish with different vegetables or leafy greens based on your preference or what you have on hand.

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