Vegetable Stir-Fry with Herb Quinoa

Ingredients:

Vegetables:

- 1 cup Broccoli, cut into florets

- 1 cup Carrots, sliced

- 1 cup Chard, chopped

- 1 cup Kale, chopped

- 1 cup Peas

- 1 cup Summer Squash, sliced

- 1 cup Zucchini, sliced

- 1 cup Turnips, diced

Herbs:

- 2 tbsp fresh Mint, chopped

- 1 tbsp fresh Rosemary, chopped

Quinoa:

- 1 cup Quinoa

- 2 cups Vegetable Broth or Water

- 1 tbsp Olive Oil

Stir-Fry Sauce:

- 2 tbsp Soy Sauce or Tamari

- 1 tbsp Olive Oil

- 1 tbsp Sesame Oil

- 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar

- 1 tbsp Maple Syrup or Honey

- 2 cloves Garlic, minced

- 1 inch Ginger, grated

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Quinoa:

- Rinse the quinoa under cold water.

- In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth (or water).

- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.

- Fluff with a fork, stir in 1 tbsp of olive oil, chopped mint, and rosemary. Set aside.

2. Prepare the Stir-Fry Sauce:

- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, sesame oil, rice vinegar, maple syrup (or honey), minced garlic, and grated ginger. Set aside.

3. Cook the Vegetables:

- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat with 1-2 tbsp of olive oil.

- Add the carrots, turnips, and broccoli. Stir-fry for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.

- Add the zucchini, summer squash, and peas. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes.

- Add the chard and kale. Continue to stir-fry until the greens are wilted and the vegetables are tender, about 2-3 minutes.

- Pour the stir-fry sauce over the vegetables. Toss to coat and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce is heated through.

4. Serve:

- Serve the vegetable stir-fry over a bed of herbed quinoa.

- Garnish with fresh salad mix for added crunch and freshness.

Tips:

- You can add some meat for extra protein.

- Adjust the amount of sauce to taste, and feel free to add a dash of hot sauce for some heat.

- This dish is versatile, so you can swap out or add any other vegetables you have on hand.

Enjoy your delicious and nutritious vegetable stir-fry with herb quinoa!