quinoa garden

Kennesaw, GA
Updated on Feb 7, 2014

This was my first attempt at using quinoa. I really like it and it is very easy to prepare. Look for more recipes to follow.

prep time 30 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4-6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • QUINOA
  • 1 cup quiona uncooked
  • 2 cups stock or water (your choice)
  • THE GARDEN
  • 1/2 - red bell pepper
  • 1/2 - orange bell pepper
  • 1/2 - yellow bell pepper
  • 1/2 - english cucumber
  • 1 large carrots, grated
  • 1/2 - jalapenos, fresh
  • 1/2 - jicama, chopped
  • 4 tablespoons cilantro, fresh
  • DRESSING
  • 1/2 large lemon juice, fresh
  • 2-3 tablespoons olive oil

How To Make quinoa garden

  • Step 1
    Cook the quinoa in the 2 cups of stock or water. Your choice. Add both to a pan and bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for @ 10 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let cool.
  • Step 2
    Chop all the veggies into bite sized pieces. I left the cilantro leaves in tact and just pulled them from the stems. I guesstimated 4T. It was just a handful.
  • Step 3
    Add everything into a bowl and toss. Add a lemon juice and a good drizzle of olive oil. Toss again. Chill and enjoy.
  • Step 4
    as 4 servings: 219 calories 41 carbs 3 fat 9 protein 6 fiber

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