Ingredients for - Quinoa Vegetable Soup

1. 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
2. 1 medium onion, chopped
3. 2 carrots, peeled and cut into thin rounds
4. 2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
5. 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
6. 1 large zucchini, cut into 1/2" pieces
7. 1 (14.5-oz.) can diced tomatoes
8. 1 (15.5-oz.) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
9. 1 c. quinoa
10. 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
11. 8 c. low-sodium vegetable broth
12. 8 oz. Tuscan kale, ribs removed and leaves thinly sliced
13. 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
14. Crushed red pepper flakes, for serving

How to cook deliciously - Quinoa Vegetable Soup

1 . Stage

In a large pot over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add onion, carrot, celery, and garlic and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes. 

2 . Stage

Add zucchini, diced tomatoes, beans, quinoa, and cumin. Pour in broth and stir to combine. Bring to a boil and boil until quinoa is tender, about 13 minutes. 

3 . Stage

Stir in kale and cook until wilted, 1 minute more, then stir in lemon juice. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes and serve.