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Vegetable Quinoa

Name: Vegetable Quinoa
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth; 1/4 cup water; 1 small onion, chopped; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped; 1 small carrot, chopped; 1/2 cup chopped fresh broccoli; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

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Total Time

Prep: 20 min. Cook: 20 min.

Makes

4 servings

“My family really enjoys this hearty dish,” writes Kate Selner from her home in Lino Lakes, Minnesota. “It makes a delicious side with grilled chicken or a filling main course when served with a salad or extra vegetable.”

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Ingredients

1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1/4 cup water
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 small carrot, chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh broccoli
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

In a small nonstick saucepan coated with cooking spray, toast quinoa over medium heat until lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Add broth and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute onion in oil for 2 minutes. Add the red pepper, carrot, broccoli and garlic; saute 3 minutes longer. Add basil and pepper; cook and stir just until vegetables are tender. Stir in quinoa; heat through.

Nutrition Facts

1/2 cup: 221 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 288mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.

Vegetable Quinoa

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