Lemony Quinoa

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Quinoa is a delightful grain. It has a softness and a surprising little bite to it. This is so far my favorite way to eat quinoa. I eat it as a quick main dish for one, but it is great added to a salad or as a side. Serve this warm or room temp.

by Hadice·published 2009-12-21

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Servings

2 serving(s)

Total time

20 min

prep 5 min

Calories / serving

341 kcal

Ingredients (7)

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1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oilextra-virgin-olive-oil
1 cup quinoaquinoa
1 1/3 cups vegetable brothvegetable-broth
1/8 teaspoon salt, plus more to tastesalt
1/4 teaspoon dried basilbasil
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juicelemon-juice
1/2 cup flat leaf parsley, choppedparsley

Instructions (7 steps)

01Rinse quinoa under cold water until it stops bubbling (much like you would with canned beans.).
02In a medium saucepan, heat oil and add quinoa.
03Cook for about 4 minutes, or until lightly toasted.
04Add broth, salt and basil.
05Bring to a boil, then reduce to low, cover and cook for 15 minutes or until broth is entirely absorbed.
06

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