Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness. In a medium pot, combine quinoa with red lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender. Let rest for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- In a small bowl, whisk together tamari, maple syrup, rice vinegar, and toasted sesame oil. In another bowl, mix cornstarch with cold water until smooth. Set aside.
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute.
- Add broccoli and carrots to the pan, stir-frying for 5-7 minutes until crisp-tender. Then toss in sliced red bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Pour the stir fry sauce into the pan with the vegetables, stirring to combine. Once bubbling, add the cornstarch slurry, stirring for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Lower the heat and fold in quinoa-lentil mixture and fresh spinach, stirring until spinach wilts. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Notes
Rinse quinoa well before cooking to remove its natural bitterness. Always keep an eye on garlic while sautéing to avoid burning. Adjust sauce to taste and feel free to swap in seasonal vegetables.