PESTO QUINOA
I got this recipe from a friend who was living in Ecuador. Quinoa was a staple of her diet there; it is a great source of protein.
Provided by Sarah
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring the quinoa and chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan; cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the moisture is completely absorbed, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat; stir the pesto through the quinoa. Fold the tomato into the mixture. Season with salt and pepper to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28.7 g, Cholesterol 2.5 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 70.3 mg, Sugar 1 g
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Cheryl Jacques
[email protected]I made this pesto quinoa for a picnic and it was perfect. It's easy to transport and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Fred Collins
[email protected]This pesto quinoa is a great way to get your veggies in. I added some chopped spinach and zucchini and it was delicious.
Belal Yasin
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this pesto quinoa. The pesto is flavorful and the quinoa is cooked perfectly.
Aliyah Rodriguez
[email protected]This pesto quinoa is a great healthy option for a quick and easy meal. It's perfect for busy weeknights.
adebukola Anthonia
[email protected]This pesto quinoa is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. I always have some leftover quinoa in my fridge and I love finding new ways to use it.
Shreen Khan
[email protected]I love that this pesto quinoa is so versatile. I've made it with different types of pesto and added different vegetables and proteins. It's always delicious.
MAMU YT
[email protected]This pesto quinoa is a great healthy option for a summer meal. It's light and refreshing and it's perfect for a hot day.
CRYPTO YT
[email protected]I made this pesto quinoa for a picnic and it was perfect. It's easy to transport and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Marlon Butler
[email protected]This pesto quinoa is a great way to get your veggies in. I added some chopped spinach and zucchini and it was delicious.
Bk Lass
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this pesto quinoa. The pesto is flavorful and the quinoa is cooked perfectly.
Randy Carpenter
[email protected]This pesto quinoa is a great healthy option for a quick and easy meal. It's perfect for busy weeknights.
Azeem Akram
[email protected]I made this pesto quinoa for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.
Promir Dhar
[email protected]This pesto quinoa is a great way to use up leftover pesto. I always have a jar of pesto in my fridge and I love finding new ways to use it.
Elizabeth Atwood
[email protected]I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different types of pesto and added different vegetables and proteins. It's always delicious.
Nafis Iqbal
[email protected]This pesto quinoa is a great make-ahead meal. I made it on Sunday and have been eating it all week for lunch. It's so easy to reheat and it's always delicious.
Sabbir Hossain Limon
[email protected]I'm not usually a big fan of quinoa, but this recipe changed my mind. The pesto sauce is so flavorful and the quinoa is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Jessica Hong
[email protected]This is my new favorite quinoa recipe! It's so flavorful and versatile. I've already made it several times and I'm always finding new ways to enjoy it.
Hala Ezzo
[email protected]I made this pesto quinoa for dinner last night and it was a hit! My whole family loved it. The flavors are so well-balanced and the quinoa is cooked perfectly.
Hira Grg
[email protected]This pesto quinoa is amazing! It's so flavorful and easy to make. I love that it's a healthy and filling meal that can be made ahead of time.