Healthy Quinoa Recipes Side Dish

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad Skinnytaste

WebApr 18, 2013 · Fill a medium pot with water, add quinoa and salt to taste and bring to a boil. When the water boils, reduce heat to low and cover; …

1. Rinse quinoa for about 2 minutes, using your hands to make sure all the saponins are removed.
2. Fill a medium pot with water, add quinoa and salt to taste and bring to a boil. When the water boils, reduce heat to low and cover; simmer covered 15 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and keep covered an additional 5 minutes without lifting the lid; then fluff with a fork and set aside in a large mixing bowl to cool.
4. While the quinoa cools, dice all the vegetables.

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Creamy ParmesanGarlic Quinoa Iowa Girl Eats

WebMar 5, 2014 · Add quinoa then toast for 1 minute, stirring frequently. Add chicken broth then turn heat up to high and bring to a boil. Place a lid on …

1. Rinse quinoa very well under cold running water in a fine mesh sieve then drain well and set aside.
2. Heat extra virgin olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat then add garlic and saute until barely golden brown, stirring constantly (watch closely as it can go from golden brown to burnt very quickly!) Add quinoa then toast for 1 minute, stirring frequently. Add chicken broth then turn heat up to high and bring to a boil. Place a lid on top then turn heat down to medium-low and cook until nearly all the liquid has been absorbed and quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in parmesan cheese then serve.

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