This Spring Pesto Quinoa Bowl is a colorful, healthy meal that tastes great with spring flavors. It's a filling dish that's great for lunch or dinner. It has protein-rich quinoa, fresh spring vegetables, and a zesty homemade pesto sauce.
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed. 2 cups water. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1 cup asparagus, chopped. 1 cup peas, fresh or frozen. 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted. 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves. 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast. 1 clove garlic, minced. 2 tablespoons lemon juice. 2 tablespoons olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste.
Instructions: In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed. While quinoa is cooking, prepare the pesto by combining basil, nutritional yeast, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil in a food processor. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. In a large skillet, heat a little olive oil over medium heat. Add cherry tomatoes, asparagus, and peas. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Once quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork and divide it among serving bowls. Top with sauted vegetables and drizzle with pesto sauce. Sprinkle with toasted pine nuts. Serve immediately and enjoy!