Cilantro Lime Quinoa
serves 4
Cilantro Lime Quinoa
Wonderful fresh tasting quinoa recipe, this makes a fabulous accompaniment to fish, seafood and poultry.
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1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup chopped onion 1 clove chopped garlic 1 cup quinoa |
2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1/2 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro |
- Heat medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Melt the butter, saute onion and garlic until tender.
- Add quinoa, stirring well to coat. Cook 2-3 minutes until toasted.
- Add broth, bring to a boil. Simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed.
- Stir lime juice and cilantro into quinoa mixing well.
Calories 211, Fat 5.7 g, Cholesterol 7.8 g, Sodium 72.0 mg
Carbohydrate 34.3 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Sugars 4.1 g, Protein 6.2 g
Carbohydrate 34.3 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Sugars 4.1 g, Protein 6.2 g
