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Lemon Herb Quinoa
Serving Size:
10
My family is turning to quinoa more and more these days. It's a super grain that's packed with protein and vitamins. Plus, it can be paired with any kind of the main course.
Recipe by:
Jenn Tidwell
Cook Times
Active Prep
5
Hands-On Cook
5
Hands-Off Cook
10
Passive
0
Total Time
20
minutes
minutes
Recipe Serving Size
10
Cooking Tools Required
Cutting board, Measuring cups and spoons, Mixing bowls, Sharp Knives, Stock pot or >5 Qt pot, Top Stove
Ingredients
6
cup
water
3
cup
quinoa
rinsed
1
tablespoon
Kosher salt
divided
3
tablespoon
fresh basil
minced
3
tablespoon
fresh cilantro
minced
2
tablespoon
fresh mint
minced
1
lemon
zested and juiced
Instructions
In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa and half the salt. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
Remove from the heat. Add the basil, cilantro, mint, lemon zest and remaining salt; fluff with a fork.
Reheating Instructions
Reheat to desired temperature in the microwave.
Nutrition
Calories:
188
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
33
g
|
Protein:
7
g
|
Fat:
3
g
|
Saturated Fat:
1
g
|
Sodium:
359
mg
|
Potassium:
287
mg
|
Fiber:
4
g
|
Sugar:
1
g
|
Vitamin A:
47
IU
|
Vitamin C:
1
mg
|
Calcium:
30
mg
|
Iron:
2
mg