How to Make Protein-Packed Spicy Vegan Quinoa with Edamame - A Step-by-Step Guide

Quinoa, a highly nutritious and protein-packed grain, has gained popularity in recent years, particularly among the health-conscious and those following a plant-based diet. It's a versatile base for many dishes, and one of our favorite ways to enjoy it is in this Protein-Packed Spicy Vegan Quinoa with Edamame recipe. This dish is not only delicious and satisfying, but it's also easy to prepare and perfect for meal prepping.

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Ingredients

  • 3 ½ cups water
  • 2 cups quinoa, rinsed
  • 4 teaspoons vegetable bouillon
  • 2 ½ cups frozen shelled edamame (green soybeans)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 sweet onions, chopped
  • 2 bell peppers, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon hot chile paste, or to taste (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • 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.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onions and bell peppers until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Add ginger and garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in soy sauce, cilantro, and chile paste.
  • Stir onion mixture into quinoa mixture; simmer, stirring occasionally, until excess broth has been absorbed, about 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    206 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 293mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 28mg
    • Calcium: 41mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 380mg