Vegetable Quinoa Stew
Superfood comfort in a bowl!
Ingredients
- 1 14 oz. can organic whole tomatoes
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 celery stalk chopped
- 1 carrot chopped
- 3 cups chicken bone broth or vegetable broth, for vegetarian
- 1/3 cup quinoa rinsed
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian dried herb seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon organic ground turmeric
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 cup shredded or chopped cooked chicken or turkey or 1 can white kidney or navy beans, for vegetarian - drained and rinsed
- Chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup frozen organic corn optional
- Salt and pepper taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine tomates, garlic, celery, carrot, broth, bay leaf, turmeric, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer until the quinoa is fully cooked, about 15 minutes.
- Stir in cooked chicken or white beans, and add corn if using. Season as desired with salt and pepper.
- Let sit covered for 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with fresh parsley overtop.
Notes
If you prefer a thinner consistency, add another cup of broth or water.
Adapted from Joyous Detox Cookbook