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spring dinners

Spring Dinners: 5 Fresh Recipes to Brighten Your Table


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A collection of quick and fresh recipes for spring dinners.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of asparagus, trimmed
  • 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup of quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups of vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup of olive oil
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a pot, combine quinoa and vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. On a baking sheet, toss asparagus and cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Roast vegetables in the oven for 15-20 minutes.
  5. Once quinoa is cooked, fluff with a fork and mix in lemon juice.
  6. Serve quinoa topped with roasted vegetables.

Notes

  • Feel free to add grilled chicken or shrimp for protein.
  • This dish can be served warm or cold.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Roasting and boiling
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: spring dinners, healthy recipes, quick meals