1. To Make Quinoa: Add 1 cup uncooked quinoa and 2 cups water to a pot over medium high heat. Cover the pot and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to let it simmer until the quinoa has soaked up all the water. Do not stir during this time. Remove the pot from the heat, and let it sit covered for 10 minutes. Then fluff with a fork.

2. Add 1 lb ground beef, 2 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tsp onion powder to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Break apart using a spatula and cook until ground beef is no longer pink. Fold a paper towel and use a spatula to swish along the ground beef to absorb any excess grease. Transfer the ground beef to a plate and set aside.

3. Add 1 Tbsp olive oil and 3 minced garlic cloves to the frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook 1 minute.

4. Now add in 1 cup broccoli florets and 1 cup chopped carrots. Cook for 2 minutes, then add in ¼ cup of water and cook until the carrots and broccoli have softened by poking with a fork. Add a bit more water during the process if necessary.

5. Add in 1 cup baby spinach and 2 chopped spring onions. Cook 1 minute, until the spinach begins to wilt.

6. Next, add back in the cooked 1 lb ground beef, 1 cup cooked quinoa, 2 Tbsp soy sauce, and ¼ tsp red pepper flakes. Mix everything together and cook 1 minute until heated through. Serve with more soy sauce, salt and pepper and red pepper flakes.