Quinoa Pilaf with Veggies and Chickpeas

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.
2. Add the carrots and bell pepper and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
3. Add the quinoa and stir to combine. Add the vegetable broth, paprika, cumin, turmeric, chili powder, black pepper, and salt. Stir to combine.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Add the chickpeas and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Remove from the heat, stir in the parsley, and serve.

Interesting Facts

• Quinoa is an ancient grain that is high in protein and fiber.
• Chickpeas are a great source of plant-based protein.
• This dish is a great way to get a variety of vegetables into your diet.