Quinoa Side Dish

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


Recipes · Side Dish · Grain Side Dish Recipes


Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Servings: 4
Total Time: 35 mins

Ingredients

Ingredients List

  • 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

  1. 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.

  2. 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)

Nutrition Facts
207 Calories
6g Fat
32g Carbs
7g Protein


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