Veggie-Quinoa Soup

I invented this recipe on a cold, snowy day based on the vegetables we had in the fridge.  I wanted to make a veggie-quinoa soup, so I did.

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Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 zucchini
• 3 celery stalks
• 1 small onion
• 1 clove garlic
• 1/4 jalapeno pepper
• 2 cups chicken broth 
• 1/3 cup quinoa
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• thyme to taste
• salt and pepper

Steps:

1. Heat oil in medium sauce pan
2. Sautée onion and garlic till translucent
3. Add in celery, zucchini and jalapeno.  Cook while stirring for 3-4 minutes, till tender.
4. Add broth, seasoning and quinoa
5. Bring to a boil, cover with lid and reduce heat
6. Simmer for approx. 20 minutes, till vegetable and quinoa are cooked through
7. Blend with a hand mixer till smooth and creamy.
8. Add in frozen peas and stir well
9. Serve and enjoy!

Makes 2 servings

Calories: 289

Carbs: 42

Fiber: 7

Protein: 8

Iron: 4

Calcium: 9