Quinoa Side Dish

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This quinoa side dish is a nice alternative to rice. It's lighter and takes less time to cook.

Submitted by Sara
Updated on December 22, 2022
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa

  • 2 cups vegetable broth

  • 2 teaspoons chopped garlic

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

  • ½ tablespoon chopped fresh thyme

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 1 dash fresh lemon juice (Optional)

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add quinoa and toast, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes.

  2. Remove from the heat and transfer to a bowl. Stir in garlic, parsley, thyme, salt, and onion until combined. Sprinkle lemon juice over top.

Editor's Note:

Please note differences in ingredient amounts and total time when following the magazine version of this recipe.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

207 Calories
6g Fat
32g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 207
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 7%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Cholesterol 8mg 3%
Sodium 400mg 17%
Total Carbohydrate 32g 12%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 7g 14%
Vitamin C 5mg 5%
Calcium 41mg 3%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 287mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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