Quinoa Side Dish

Name: Quinoa Side Dish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter; 1 cup uncooked quinoa; 2 cups vegetable broth; 2 teaspoons chopped garlic; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 0.5 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1 dash fresh lemon juice

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This quinoa side dish is a nice alternative to rice. It's lighter and takes less time to cook.

Recipe by Sara

Updated on December 22, 2022

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

35 mins

Servings:

4

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close up view of a Quinoa Side Dish garnished with fresh herbs — Alberta Rose

Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter
1 cup uncooked quinoa
2 cups vegetable broth
2 teaspoons chopped garlic
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
½ tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
¼ teaspoon salt
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 dash fresh lemon juice (Optional)

Directions

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add quinoa and toast, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes.
Remove from the heat and transfer to a bowl. Stir in garlic, parsley, thyme, salt, and onion until combined. Sprinkle lemon juice over top.

Editor's Note:

Please note differences in ingredient amounts and total time when following the magazine version of this recipe.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

207	Calories
6g	Fat
32g	Carbs
7g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 207
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g	7%
Saturated Fat 2g	11%
Cholesterol 8mg	3%
Sodium 400mg	17%
Total Carbohydrate 32g	12%
Dietary Fiber 4g	14%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 7g
Vitamin C 5mg	25%
Calcium 41mg	3%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 287mg	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.