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Quinoa and Tomatoes
serves 4 

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Quinoa and Tomatoes
There is such fantastic flavor in this healthy quinoa side dish. Add chicken or shrimp to make it a meal.

1/2 tablespoon butter
2 cloves chopped garlic
1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
1/2 cup white wine
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 (14.5 ounce) can no-salt added diced tomatoes
1/3 cup rinsed and chopped olives
2-3 sliced green onions
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  1. Heat large skillet over medium-high heat. 
  2. Melt butter in hot skillet, saute the garlic and quinoa until golden.
  3. Add the broth, wine, cumin and red pepper, bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes.
  4. Pour in the canned tomatoes, olives, and green onions, cook about 5 minutes. Most liquid should be gone.
  5. Stir in cilantro, mix well before serving.
Calories 265,  Fat 4.8 g,  Cholesterol 3.9 mg,  Sodium 200 mg
Carbohydrates 44.3 g,  Fiber 7.2 g,  Sugars 10.5 g,  Protein 8.1 g
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