CALIFORNIA QUINOA

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I'm always changing this salad up. Here I used tomato, zucchini and olives for a Greek-inspired salad. Try adding a few more favorite fresh veggies you know your family will love. -Elizabeth Lubin, Huntington Beach, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup quinoa, rinsed and well drained
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium zucchini, chopped
2 cups water
3/4 cup canned garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 medium tomato, finely chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped Greek olives
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add quinoa and garlic; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until quinoa is lightly browned. Stir in zucchini and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed, 12-15 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 353mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Salman Bajwa
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new recipes to try. I found this recipe and it was a hit. The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Abu Bakar Siddik
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat healthy. My kids are picky eaters, but they loved this recipe. The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Aziz
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I'm a big fan of healthy recipes and I'm always looking for new recipes to try. I found this recipe and it was a hit. The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Temmy Gold
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I had some leftover rice from another recipe and I didn't know what to do with it. I found this recipe and it was the perfect solution. The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing.


3xplug 509
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This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of protein. The quinoa is a great source of protein and the beans add even more protein. I will definitely be making this again.


Kiki Mido
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I'm a big fan of Mexican food and I'm always looking for new recipes to try. I found this recipe and it was a hit. The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Bohdan Velikokon
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some leftover vegetables from another recipe and I didn't know what to do with them. I found this recipe and it was the perfect solution. The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the flavors


Mst Sajadha
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new recipes to try. I found this recipe and it was a hit. The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Hmmhywgwhhw
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat quinoa. My kids are picky eaters, but they loved this recipe. The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Misty Martinez
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I'm a big fan of quinoa and I'm always looking for new recipes to try. I found this recipe and it was a hit. The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


mahesh Yogi
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. I had some leftover quinoa from another recipe and I didn't know what to do with it. I found this recipe and it was the perfect solution. The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazi


Nethu Craft Hub
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Arif Raj
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I love the combination of quinoa, black beans, and corn. It's a great meal for a weeknight dinner or a potluck.


Shukirrah laurent
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The quinoa is fluffy and the flavors are well-balanced. I like to add a bit of chopped cilantro and avocado on top for extra flavor and freshness.


Shahzaib Arain
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it. The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again. Thanks for sharing!