Lemony Quinoa

Lemony Quinoa

Quinoa is a high-protein, good-for-you grain. It can be substituted for couscous and makes a lovely side dish. This recipe is a crunchy, lemony, healthy dish that can be used as a side or as a light meal.

Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Calories
147 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Toast the pine nuts briefly in a dry skillet over medium heat. This will take about 5 minutes, and stir constantly as they will burn easily. Set aside to cool.
Step 2
In a saucepan, combine the quinoa, water and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and cook until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, about 10 minutes. Cool slightly, then fluff with a fork.
Step 3
Transfer the quinoa to a serving bowl and stir in the pine nuts, lemon juice, celery, onion, cayenne pepper, cumin and parsley. Adjust salt and pepper if needed before serving.
Lemony Quinoa
Lemony Quinoa
Lemony Quinoa
Lemony Quinoa

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
  • sea salt to taste
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 0.25 cup pine nuts
  • 0.25 red onion, chopped

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