Pesto Quinoa

I got this recipe from a friend who was living in Ecuador. Quinoa was a staple of her diet there; it is a great source of protein.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 198 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 tomato, diced
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
• 2 tablespoons basil pesto

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring the quinoa and chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan; cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the moisture is completely absorbed, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat; stir the pesto through the quinoa. Fold the tomato into the mixture. Season with salt and pepper to serve.