Quinoa Side Dish

Try this easy quinoa side dish instead of rice! It's tossed with onion, garlic, and fresh herbs, and a splash of lemon juice for fresh flavor.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 207 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 2 teaspoons chopped garlic
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup uncooked quinoa
• 1 dash fresh lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme

Recipe Instructions

Step 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.

Step 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.