Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Prepare Quinoa

   Pour 1 cup of quinoa into a bowl and wash it thoroughly twice with water. Drain the water completely.

2. 2.Boil Quinoa

   Heat a pan and add approximately 2 cups of water. Once the water starts boiling, add the washed quinoa. Let it boil for about 15 minutes until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is cooked and fluffy.

3. 3.Sauté Spices

   In a separate pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil. Add 1/2 teaspoon of black mustard seeds and 1/2 teaspoon of cumin seeds. Let them splutter for about 30 seconds.

4. 4.Add Aromatics

   Add minced garlic and chopped green chilies to the pan. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

5. 5.Add Vegetables

   Add chopped onion, diced carrot, chopped green beans, diced tomato, green peas, diced green capsicum, diced red capsicum, and diced yellow capsicum to the pan. Stir well to combine all the vegetables.

6. 6.Season and Cook Vegetables

   Add salt to taste, 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of coriander powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of cumin powder. Mix all the spices with the vegetables and cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender but still retain a slight crunch.

7. 7.Combine with Quinoa

   Add the boiled quinoa to the pan with the sautéed vegetables. Mix everything thoroughly, ensuring the quinoa is well coated with the spices and vegetables.

8. 8.Garnish and Serve

   Stir in fresh chopped coriander. Mix once more and serve hot with cucumber slices. Enjoy your veggies loaded quinoa!