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Quinoa with Caramelized Red Onion, Bell Peppers, and Garlic
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Quinoa with Caramelized Red Onion, Bell Peppers, and Garlic

Course Sides
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Author Pam - For the Love of Cooking

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Small Saucepan

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp butter or olive oil
  • ½ red onion diced
  • 3 small baby bell peppers diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1 cup of dried quinoa
  • Fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

  • Heat the butter or olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and bell peppers, and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring often, or until the veggies are tender and golden brown.
  • Once the peppers and onions are tender and golden brown, add the minced garlic and stir constantly for 60 seconds; remove veggies from heat and season with sea salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the quinoa in a small saucepan according to the package instructions.
  • Finish the dish by combining the cooked quinoa with the caramelized vegetables, and mix thoroughly. Season with sea salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste.
  • Serve and enjoy.