Quinoa Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

fluffy quinoa seasoned with citrus & herbs

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Ingredients

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1
Rinse Quinoa
Place 1 cup of quinoa in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold water for about 2 minutes. This removes the bitter coating called saponin.
2
Cook Quinoa
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and 2 cups of water. Add 1 tsp of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
3
Simmer
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
4
Fluff Quinoa
After 15 minutes, remove the saucepan from heat. Let it sit covered for 5 more minutes. Then, uncover and fluff the quinoa with a fork.

5
Add Olive Oil and Seasonings
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the fluffed quinoa. Add 1 tsp of black pepper and mix gently to combine.
6
Add Citrus and Herbs
Stir in 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of lemon zest, 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh cilantro into the quinoa. Mix well.