Protein-Packed Spicy Vegan Quinoa with Edamame

Protein-Packed Spicy Vegan Quinoa with Edamame

This protein-packed spicy vegan quinoa with edamame recipe combines quinoa, edamame, vegetable broth, and spicy vegetables to make a post-workout meal.

Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Calories
206 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Bring water, quinoa, and vegetable bouillon to a boil in a large pot; stir in edamame, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and bell peppers; cook and stir until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and ginger; cook and stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Off heat, stir in soy sauce, cilantro, and chili paste.
Step 3
Stir onion mixture into quinoa mixture; simmer until excess broth has been absorbed, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
  • 2 sweet onions, chopped
  • 2 bell peppers, chopped
  • 2 cups quinoa, rinsed
  • 4 teaspoons vegetable bouillon (such as Better Than Bouillon®)
  • 3.5 cups water
  • 0.25 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 2.5 cups frozen shelled edamame (green soybeans)
  • 1 tablespoon hot chile paste (such as sambal oelek), or to taste

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