Peruvian Quinoa Soup Recipe
This recipe for Peruvian quinoa soup is incredibly delicious and easy to make in one pot. Combining quinoa, vibrant vegetables, and authentic Peruvian spices, relish the heartwarming flavors of this Andean classic dish.
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Servings: 4
Calories: 459kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa rinsed
- 4 yellow potatoes small, 350 g
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tbsp Ají Amarillo paste
- 1 red onion
- 3 yellow chili peppers
- 1 green bell pepper 150 g
- 10 green beans
- 3 stalks green onions
- 1 piece butternut squash about 400 g
- 4 cups chicken broth 1 liter
- 2 cups additional water 500 ml
- 1 carrot 100 g
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
For the Vegetables
- Peel and finely chop the garlic clove. Dice the red onion.
- Remove the seeds and membranes from the yellow chili peppers, then finely chop them.
- Dice the green bell pepper.
- Trim the ends of the green beans and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
- Slice the green onions.
- Peel and dice the butternut squash into small cubes.
- Peel and dice the carrots.
- Wash the small yellow potatoes and cut them into bite-sized pieces. You can choose to leave the skin on if you prefer.
For the Quinoa
- Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water to remove any bitterness.
- Drain the quinoa and set it aside.
Cooking the Soup
- In a large soup pot, heat a bit of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and the red onion and sauté for a few minutes until they become translucent.
- Add the chopped yellow chili peppers, ají Amarillo paste, green bell pepper, and diced butternut squash to the pot. Sauté for another few minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
- Add the diced potatoes, quinoa, green beans, and carrots to the pot.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the 2 cups of water.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to low and cover the pot.
- Allow the hearty soup to simmer for about 20-25 minutes until the quinoa is cooked and the vegetables are tender.
Serve and Garnish
- Using a ladle, serve hot Peruvian quinoa soup in bowls.
- Top each serving with cilantro or parsley leaves.
- Enjoy your hearty and delicious Peruvian quinoa soup.
Notes
- Feel free to taste the soup while it cooks and adjust the spice levels to your liking.
- This delicious quinoa and vegetable soup makes for a hearty lunch or healthy dinner. You can also have it as a starter or side dish for your main meal.
Nutrition
Serving: 4 | Calories: 459kcal | Carbohydrates: 97g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 911mg | Potassium: 2066mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 22805IU | Vitamin C: 113mg | Calcium: 174mg | Iron: 6mg
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