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healthy dinner recipes for one

Healthy Dinner Recipes for One: 7 Nourishing Ideas


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A simple and nutritious dinner recipe tailored for one person.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 carrot, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
  2. In a pot, bring vegetable broth to a boil.
  3. Add quinoa and reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  5. Add garlic, broccoli, and carrot, sauté for 5-7 minutes.
  6. Fluff quinoa with a fork and mix in the sautéed vegetables.
  7. Season with salt and pepper, serve warm.

Notes

  • Feel free to add your favorite protein.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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