Quinoa With Ham and Cranberries

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Quinoa...where have you been all my life? This grain is a new discovery for me, and a wonderful one at that. I like to have foods high in protein, and this one is packed. This recipe can be used as a side, or as a meal. Very tasty. One of the best things about this wholesome concoction is that it is equally as good cold as it is warm. The ham can be substituted with chicken or shrimp for a change of taste. See recipe #16399 for toasting instructions.

by Diana 2·published 2007-05-04

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Servings

2 serving(s)

Total time

40 min

prep 10 min

Calories / serving

273 kcal

Ingredients (11)

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1 cup ham stock, chicken and vegetable works wellham-stock
1/4 cup ham, chopped
1/2 cup quinoa, toastedquinoa
1 tablespoon butterbutter
1/2 cup onion, choppedonion
1/2 cup zucchini, choppedzucchini
1/2 cup red pepper, choppedbell-pepper
1/4 teaspoon saltsalt
1/4 teaspoon pepperpepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepperpepper
1/4 cup dried cranberriescranberry

Instructions (6 steps)

01In a small saucepan, bring broth and ham to boil.
02Add quinoa. Reduce heat and cover. Cook for 15 minutes or until all liquid has been absorbed.
03In a frying pan, melt butter.
04Add onion, zucchini, red pepper, salt, pepper and cayenne. Sauté until vegetables are tender/crisp.

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