Quinoa and Vegetable Stew

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
• 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 sweet corn
• Fresh coriander, chopped, for garnish
• avocado and queso fresco for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
2. Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and ground coriander. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the spices to become fragrant.
3. Add the diced red and yellow bell peppers, sweetcorn to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables start to soften.
4. Pour in the rinsed quinoa. Stir well to combine.
5. Add the vegetable broth, season with salt and black pepper, and bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the stew simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the vegetables are tender.
7. Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning if needed.
8. Serve the Quinoa and Vegetable Stew hot, garnished with fresh chopped coriander, avocado and queso fresco.

Enjoy your delicious and nutritious Quinoa and Vegetable Stew!