Categories: April+2010, Soups, healthy, try*this, vegetarian, whole grains

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 2 ounces dried quinoa
• 1 carrot, peeled and diced
• 1 stalk celery, diced
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
• 1/2 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
• 4 cups water
• 2 large tomatoes, finely chopped
• 2 ounces green cabbage, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
• Salt and pepper
• Freshly chopped parsley for garnish

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan; add the quinoa, carrot, celery, onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté the mixture, stirring, until browned.

2. Add the water, tomatoes, and cabbage; mix well and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and garnish with parsley; serve hot.

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