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quinoa-recipe

Quinoa Recipe

This recipe is vegan.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: International
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed

Instructions 

  1. 1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water using a strainer.
  2. 2. In a saucepan, combine the quinoa, water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil.
  3. 3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
  4. 4. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  5. 5. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, olive oil, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and lemon juice. Mix well.
  6. 6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Healthy, Quinoa, Vegan
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