Rise quinoa in a fine colander well and bring 2 cups of water to boil in a sauce pan

Add the quinoa in the boiling water along with 1 ts oil and a pinch of salt and let to boil

Once boiled for 2 minutes, reduce heat and cook covered for 10-12 minutes till the water is completely absorbed by the quinoa

In another saucepan boil veggies like sweet corn and green peas using a cup of water for 5-7 minutes and strain the water and keep aside

Once the quinoa is cooked, take off heat keep aside

Heat a Tb of oil in a non stick pan

Add onions, chopped garlic and sauté for 2 minutes on medium heat

Add the other veggies like beans, cabbage, carrots, boiled sweet corn and peas and sauté for 5-7 minutes more

Reduce heat and add the quinoa and mix well

Add salt to taste, pepper powder and soy sauce and mix well

Cover and cook for 2 minutes more on Low heat and then take off heat

Serve hot with hot garlic sauce or any sauces of your choice

Tip: adding oil while boiling quinoa helps to avoid them getting stuck to the saucepan after they are cooked

Tip: Add scrambled eggs or boiled chicken/any meat of your choice for a non- vegetarian variation of this recipe