Quinoa and Fresh Veggies

Quinoa and Fresh Veggies

So the original recipe called for plain penne pasta but I threw in quinoa pasta instead, as a healthier alternative, still came out great. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 8oz uncooked penne pasta (Try Ancient Harvest Quinoa Pasta)
• 1 C sliced carrots
• 1 Tbls olive oil
• 1/2 tsp. minced garlic
• 1 C fresh broccoli florets
• 1 C sliced yellow squash
• 1 C green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 Tbls fresh basil, chopped or 1 tsp dried
• 1 tsp. fresh minced thyme or 1/4 tsp dried
• 1 tsp. fresh minced oregano or 1/4 tsp dried
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 2 1/2 c. chopped tomatoes
• 5-6 Tbls grated Parmesan cheese

Directions:

• Cook pasta according to directions, drain and set aside.
• While cooking pasta, heat oil in large skillet, saute carrots until crisp/tender, add garlic and saute for 1-2 minutes more.
• Stir in broccoli, tomatoes, squash, green pepper and seasonings. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes covered, or until vegetables are tender.
• Stir in pasta and sprinkle with cheese.