Vegetable Quinoa Soup (Gluten Free)Soup is one of the easiest meals to prepare considering you just chop up all of the ingredients and throw them into a pot. Soup also tends to be lower in calorie (when you make it the right way) and very satisfying to your stomach.
When you're making soup and using a stock, try to use low-sodium or no salt added products. Soup can be a very healthy dish, but conventional broths can rack up your daily sodium intake in less than a cup of liquid. Not to mention: bloating. Now that is just not sexy ladies and gentlemen. This particular recipe is packed with protein from the quinoa and legumes, along with plentiful amounts of vitamin C and K from the celery and cauliflower. Ingredients: 2 c raw beans (cannelini, pinto, black, lentil) 1 c raw quinoa 2 quarts of low-sodium chicken broth 1 quart water 1 can diced tomatoes 2 tsp garlic powder 2 tbsp chili seasoning 1 c chopped celery 1 chopped onion 1 c chopped cauliflower Directions Put all ingredients in a slow-cooker. Cook on low for at least 8 hours. Serve with some cheese or avocado! |