Easy Low Calorie Dinner Ideas for a Healthy Meal

Discover delicious and satisfying low calorie dinner ideas that won't compromise your diet. This recipe is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy...

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sautéing until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet, cooking for another 5 minutes until tender.
4. Stir in cherry tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until tomatoes are slightly softened.
5. Add cooked quinoa and fresh spinach to the skillet, stirring until spinach wilts, about 2 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice. Toss to combine.
7. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.