Sesame Quinoa With Tofu

Modified from Cooking Light who forgot to tell you to press it and to wash the Quinoa completely.

• Ready In: 46 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 8  ounces extra firm tofu, drained
• 1  teaspoon olive oil
• 1  tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1  cup  uncooked quinoa
• 1 1⁄2 cups  vegetable stock
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 cup  chopped green onion
• 1  tablespoon  Braggs liquid aminos
• 1⁄8 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Place tofu on several layers of heavy-duty paper towels then place a heavy plate on top.; let stand 20 minutes. Cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
2. Rinse the Quinoa until the water runs clear. It should NOT look soapy.
3. Heat oil in pan over medium heat. Add tofu and sesame; sauté 3 minutes. Remove from pan.
4. Add quinoa to pan; cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Add stock and salt; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes.
5. Place in a large bowl. Add tofu mixture, green onions, Braggs, and pepper; toss.