Simple, Savory Quinoa
Easy to make and tasty, quinoa is a healthy side dish alternative to rice or potatoes.
INGREDIENTS
Nutrition- 1tablespoon butter
- 1cup uncooked quinoa
- 2cups vegetable broth
- 2
- 2
- 1⁄2
- 1⁄4teaspoon salt
- 1
- 2dashes fresh lemon juice
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DIRECTIONS
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the quinoa, garlic and onion, and cook, stirring occasionally until the quinoa is lightly browned.This takes about 5 minutes. Stir in broth and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes or until quinoa is tender.
- In a bowl toss the quinoa mixture together with the parsley, thyme, and salt. Sprinkle with lemon juice and serve.
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