Quinoa with Fire Roasted Tomatoes

Quinoa with Fire Roasted Tomatoes is a quick and flavorful gluten-free source of protein, iron, and fiber. 

Quinoa with Fire Roasted Tomatoes - The Foodie Affair

Quinoa is a perfect companion to any meat or fish main dish, and when you start layering it with a variety of flavors, this dish transforms into a satisfying meal that can stand on its own.

As well as being a super-duper healthy whole grain, quinoa is extremely versatile and can be made with the same concept of fried-rice; toss in whatever ingredients you happen to have on hand and you’ll have one tasty meal!

Quinoa with Fire Roasted Tomatoes - The Foodie Affair

I made this for a couple of my girlfriends as an appetizer. We got together after the New Year instead of during the holidays, and instead of swapping cookies like we’ve done in the past, we went to a champagne tasting bar for a toast and then relaxed at my house with some hors d’oeuvres.

I sautéed zucchini and eggplant and spiced it up with a can of fire roasted tomatoes. Once mixed with the quinoa, I topped it on steamed pepper slices. I also served it with Trader Joe’s Spicy Soy and Flax Seed Tortilla Chips, which was my favorite way to eat this!

This can be made in advance and served warm or cold and makes a healthy lunch too!

Quinoa with Fire Roasted Tomatoes - The Foodie Affair

Quinoa with Fire Roasted Tomatoes

5 from 9 votes
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Course: Side Dish
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 -6
Author: Sandra @ The Foodie Affair

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup dry quinoa
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium onion minced
  • 1 medium eggplant diced
  • 1 medium zucchini diced
  • 14 1/2 ounce can fire roasted tomatoes diced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil

Optional

  • 3 large bell peppers cut in half lengthwise, seeds removed and steamed
  • Tortilla Chips of your choice

Instructions

  • Under cold water rinse quinoa and drain (use a fine meshed sieve or cheesecloth)
  • In a saucepan, bring 1 cup water to a boil, add quinoa, turn down the heat to low, cover and simmer gently until all the liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Set aside.
  • If serving with bell peppers, steam cut side down over boiling water for about 8-10 minutes.
  • In a large skillet heat on medium and add 1 1/2 tablespoon of oil and saute the garlic and onion. Add the eggplant, zucchini and cook until soft. Add the cooked quinoa, tomatoes, and Italian seasoning. Enjoy as a side dish or if serving as an appetizer slice each pepper into thirds. Spoon vegetable-quinoa mixture into peppers or serve with tortilla chips

Disclaimer

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17 Comments

  1. I love that idea of serving your little dish as a healthy snack with gluten free tortilla chips, lunch, dinner or middle of the night snack. Sounds delicious with those fire roasted tomatoes. Sharing!