Vegetable Quinoa Stew

A hearty and healthy stew made with quinoa and vegetables that is cooked slowly to bring out the flavors. This dish is great for a healthy and filling meal because it is low in calories.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 zucchini, chopped
• 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a slow cooker, combine quinoa, vegetable broth, onion, carrots, celery, bell pepper, zucchini, diced tomatoes, garlic, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper

Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until vegetables are tender and quinoa is cooked through