Irresistible Gluten-Free Meals to Make You Smile
A flavorful gluten-free meal made with wholesome ingredients like quinoa, chicken, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a healthy and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast or tofu cubed
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water or broth
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- 1 zucchini sliced
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: paprika chili flakes, fresh herbs
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa and cook in water or broth until fluffy.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté garlic and onion until fragrant.
- Add chicken or tofu, season with spices, and cook until done.
- Toss in bell pepper and zucchini, cooking until tender.
- Mix in cooked quinoa and stir to combine.
- Adjust seasoning, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve warm.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute chicken with chickpeas or tempeh.
- Add lemon juice for a fresh, tangy flavor.
Nutrition (Per Serving):
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 40mg