Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced (about 1 tablespoon))
  • 1 small shallot (minced (about 2 tablespoons))
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 1/4 cup Tuttorosso chopped San Marzano Tomatoes
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 3/4 cup water (or more broth)
  • 1/4 cup tomato juice (from the Tuttorosso can)
  • 1 cup spinach (chopped)
  • 1 15 oz can white beans
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil
  • 1 - 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (optional)
  • Salt + pepper to taste

Instruction

  • Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic, shallots and italian seasoning and sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • To the saucepan, add quinoa and tomatoes. Stir continuously for 15 – 30 seconds. Add liquids, bring to a boil, then cover and reduce to simmer for 20 – 25 minutes until liquid has been absorbed.
  • Remove lid and stir in spinach, white beans, basil and nutritoinal yeast (if using). Let sit for a few minutes to allow spinach time to wilt. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.