Vegetarian Night

I didn't feel like cooking tonight and I definitely didn't feel like eating meat, don't know why, just didn't.  Anyway, I made quinoa, sauteed some beet greens, onions, spinach and a touch of tomato paste and tossed it all together in about 10 minutes.  It was sooooo satisfying and tasted amazing.  I love when something so simple turns out so good.  Btw- it also happens to be a perfectly balanced meal- quinoa is super high in protein and fiber so that along with green veggies and a touch of olive oil makes it a pretty perfect meal.  The best part was that it was a slightly unseasonably cold and very windy day so this warm, creamy bowl of quinoa and veggies was a true comfort food.
You should seriously give it a try. :)

Creamy Quinoa and Veggies
Ingredients
2/3 cup quinoa
1 1/3 cup water
1 bunch of beet greens, washed and chopped
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
1 large onion, diced
1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons organic tomato paste
1/4 cup water
dash of large grain sea salt
2 teaspoons fresh thyme (about 4 large sprigs)
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano


How to prepare:
Start quinoa according to instructions on package (but it usually takes 10-12 minutes to cook after it comes to a boil).
In a large skillet, saute onions and tomatoes for 4-5 minutes or until they are tender and slightly browned.  Add spinach, beet greens, salt, thyme and oregano and saute until greens have wilted (2-3 minutes).  Add tomato paste and 1/4 cup of water, stir to combine.
Add cooked quinoa to veggies with an extra drizzle of olive oil.
Makes 2 large servings or 4 small sides.