Fall Vegetable Quinoa Soup

Portion Size: 1 cup

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
6 cups reduced sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/3 cup uncooked quinoa
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups no added salt canned diced tomatoes 
1 teaspoon minced garlicWashed, peeled and minced
½ teaspoon  ground rosemary
½ teaspoon ground thyme
½ cup chickpeasRinsed and drained
¼ cup celery stalkWashed, trimmed and diced
¼ cup diced red bell pepperWashed, trimmed and diced
½ cup carrotsPeeled, washed, and sliced
¼ cup onionPeeled, washed, and diced
1 cup butternut squashPeeled, washed, and diced
2 cups fresh kaleWashed, trimmed and chopped
2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1In a large soup kettle, heat oil to medium high heat. Add onion, carrot, celery, bell pepper and garlic and cook until onions are translucent. 
2Stir in rosemary and thyme. 
3Add broth, quinoa, chick peas, parsley, squash and bring to a boil. Reduce to simmer and cook 20-30 minutes until vegetables and quinoa are tender. Stir in kale. Heat through. Cook until internal temperature reaches 135°F.
To make this recipe gluten free: Use GF broth. Always check all ingredients to be sure they are gluten free.
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Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates