LEMONY QUINOA

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Quinoa is a delightful grain. It has a softness and a surprising little bite to it. This is so far my favorite way to eat quinoa. I eat it as a quick main dish for one, but it is great added to a salad or as a side. Serve this warm or room temp.

Provided by Hadice

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1 cup quinoa
1 1/3 cups vegetable broth
1/8 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Rinse quinoa under cold water until it stops bubbling (much like you would with canned beans.).
  • In a medium saucepan, heat oil and add quinoa.
  • Cook for about 4 minutes, or until lightly toasted.
  • Add broth, salt and basil.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce to low, cover and cook for 15 minutes or until broth is entirely absorbed.
  • Fluff with a fork. Let sit until slightly cooled.
  • Add lemon juice and parsley, fluffing with fork until well combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.7, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 158.2, Carbohydrate 56.3, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 0.4, Protein 12.5

Bushra Ali
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This was a great recipe! The quinoa was fluffy and flavorful, and the lemon flavor was perfect. I would definitely make this again.


Aajohn Bryant
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I'm not a huge fan of quinoa, but this recipe changed my mind. The lemon and herbs really add a lot of flavor, and the quinoa is cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Birendra Kathayat
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This is a great side dish! The lemon flavor is refreshing and the quinoa is cooked perfectly. I love that it's a healthy and easy side dish that can be served with any meal.


Zaman wahid
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I loved this recipe! The lemon flavor was so bright and cheerful, and the quinoa was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Kassidy Dennison
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This was a really good recipe! The quinoa was fluffy and flavorful, and the lemon flavor was perfect. I would definitely make this again.


Songit Ali
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I'm not usually a fan of quinoa, but this recipe was amazing! The lemon flavor was perfect and the quinoa was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


James Ghartey
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This is my new favorite quinoa recipe! The lemon flavor is so bright and cheerful, and the quinoa is cooked perfectly. I love that it's a healthy and easy side dish that can be served with any meal.


Xaliimo Axmed
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This was a great recipe! The quinoa was fluffy and flavorful, and the lemon flavor was perfect. I would definitely make this again.


Muhammad Ruhaan
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I'm not a huge fan of quinoa, but this recipe changed my mind. The lemon and herbs really add a lot of flavor, and the quinoa is cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


The kings Of skrra
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This is a great side dish! The lemon flavor is refreshing and the quinoa is cooked perfectly. I love that it's a healthy and easy side dish that can be served with any meal.


sohag amin
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This was a really good recipe! The quinoa was fluffy and flavorful, and the lemon flavor was perfect. I would definitely make this again.


Forty 2
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I loved this recipe! The lemon flavor was so bright and cheerful, and the quinoa was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Ferbous Monbol
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This was a great recipe! The quinoa was fluffy and flavorful, and the lemon flavor was refreshing. I would definitely make this again.


Kalungi Tony
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I'm not usually a fan of quinoa, but this recipe was amazing! The lemon flavor was perfect and the quinoa was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


tirtha raj khatri
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit! My family loves the lemon flavor and the quinoa is always cooked perfectly. It's a great side dish for any meal.


Toufeeq Ajouhaar
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This is my new favorite quinoa recipe! The lemon flavor is so bright and cheerful, and the quinoa is cooked perfectly. I love that it's a healthy and easy side dish that can be served with any meal.


Gerard Hall
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I made this for lunch today and it was delicious! I added some chopped tomatoes and cucumbers to the quinoa, and it was a really refreshing and healthy meal.


Peter Cornelius
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This was a great side dish to my grilled chicken. The lemon flavor was refreshing and the quinoa was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Kata ftasz
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I'm not a huge fan of quinoa, but this recipe changed my mind. The lemon and herbs really add a lot of flavor, and the quinoa is cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Nocry Baby
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This lemony quinoa turned out so fluffy and flavorful! I was surprised at how easy it was to make, and the lemon flavor really brightened up the dish. I'll definitely be making this again.