QUINOA WITH SAUTE VEGETABLES IN a REDUCED BALSAMIC VODKA SAUCE

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QUINOA WITH SAUTE VEGETABLES IN a REDUCED BALSAMIC VODKA SAUCE

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THIS A VERY QUICK AND DELICOUSLY HEALTHY MEAL..... IT CAN BE PREPARED IN LESS THAN A HALF HOUR....

INGREDIENTS

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1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
1 onion
1 large tomato
1 red pepper
1/2 cup cranberries
2 carrots
1 cup of frozen corn
1/4 cup pine nuts
2-3 sun dried tomatoes sliced and diced
2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar 
2 tablespoons of vodka

PREPARING THE QUINOA

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In a medium saucepan, bring to a boil, the water with a little salt, pepper and olive oil.  When the water reaches a full boil, add the quinoa, and reduce heat to a simmer, cover and let cook for 15-20 minutes. 

PREPARING THE VEGETABLES

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In a medium sized skillet, add enough olive oil to cover the bottom, add onion and let brown then the rest of the vegetables and sauté for  about 15-20 minutes before adding in the balsamic and vodka.