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spring dinner

Spring Dinner: 7 Ways to Celebrate Fresh Flavors


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A light and fresh spring dinner recipe.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of asparagus, trimmed
  • 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup of quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups of vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon of lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss asparagus and cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread vegetables on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.
  4. In a pot, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked.
  6. Fluff quinoa with a fork and mix in lemon juice.
  7. Serve roasted vegetables over quinoa.

Notes

  • This dish is best served warm.
  • You can add grilled chicken for extra protein.
  • Feel free to substitute any seasonal vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Roasting and boiling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: spring dinner, healthy recipe, quinoa dish, roasted vegetables