Lemon Quinoa
Lemon Quinoa
Serves 4 | Prep time: 20 minutes | Cook time: 25 minutes | Total time: 45 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (170 g) dry quinoa
- 2 cups (480 ml) low-sodium vegetable broth or water
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice (about 1/2 fresh lemon)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 Tbsp olive oil or flax oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 Tbsp minced fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions:
- Read through recipe and put all ingredients in your work area before starting your prep.
- In a fine strainer, place quinoa and rinse under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a medium pot, place quinoa and broth. Bring liquid to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook quinoa for 20 minutes, or until all of the liquid is absorbed. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and allow it to rest for 15 minutes.
- Stir the lemon juice and zest, oil, salt, black pepper and parsley (if using) into the quinoa. Serve.
Notes:
Storage tip: Lemon Quinoa can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.Nutrition Information Per Serving:
Nutrition information per serving: 193 calories, 6 g total fat, 0.8 g saturated fat, 1.8 g polyunsaturated fat, 3.2 g monounsaturated fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 221 mg sodium, 267 mg potassium, 28.7 g total carbohydrates, 3.1 g fiber, 3.3 g sugar, 6.3 g protein, 2% calcium, 11% iron
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