Description

This Slow-Cooker Turmeric Vegetable Quinoa is a wholesome, flavorful, and nutrient-packed meal made with vibrant turmeric golden milk and a medley of fresh vegetables. The slow cooking method allows the quinoa to absorb the aromatic spices and flavors, resulting in a fluffy, comforting dish perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

Grains and Spices

2/3 cup uncooked quinoa (rinsed)
2 teaspoons fresh ginger (minced)
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon sea salt
Pinch of pepper

Liquids

4 cups turmeric golden milk

Vegetables

1/2 cup onion (roughly chopped)
1 large carrot (thinly sliced)
1 large red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
3 cups broccoli (roughly chopped)
3 cups spinach (tightly packed)
1 cup snow peas

Garnish

Cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

Combine ingredients: In the bottom of a 7-quart slow cooker, stir together the rinsed quinoa, minced fresh ginger, ground turmeric, sea salt, and a pinch of pepper until well mixed.
Add liquids and initial vegetables: Pour in the turmeric golden milk and stir to combine the mixture. Then add in the roughly chopped onion, thinly sliced carrot, and thinly sliced red bell pepper, mixing them evenly with the quinoa and spices.
Cook quinoa mixture: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low heat for about 3 hours. The quinoa will absorb all the golden milk and become nice and fluffy.
Add remaining vegetables: After the initial cooking time, add the roughly chopped broccoli, tightly packed spinach, and snow peas to the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine.
Continue cooking vegetables: Cover the slow cooker again and cook for an additional 30 to 45 minutes on low, or until the vegetables are tender yet still vibrant.
Garnish and serve: Once cooking is complete, garnish the dish with fresh cilantro leaves. Serve warm and enjoy this nutritious, flavorful vegetable quinoa.

Notes

Rinse the quinoa thoroughly before cooking to remove its natural bitterness.
Turmeric golden milk can be homemade or store-bought; it adds a warm, spiced flavor and creaminess.
Adjust salt and pepper according to taste preferences.
For a vegan version, ensure the turmeric golden milk is plant-based.
If you prefer crisper vegetables, reduce the final cooking time slightly.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours 45 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: Fusion, Healthy

Keywords: slow cooker quinoa, turmeric quinoa, vegetable quinoa, turmeric golden milk recipe, healthy slow cooker meals, vegan quinoa recipes