Ams.ard Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Vegetable Mix
Garnish
Method
Cooking Amaranth
- 1
Rinse Amaranth
In a fine mesh strainer, rinse 1 cup of amaranth grains under cold water until the water runs clear.
- 2
Cook Amaranth
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed amaranth, 2 cups of water, and 1 tsp of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 3
Simmer Amaranth
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the grains are tender.
- 4
Fluff Amaranth
Remove from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes. Then, fluff the amaranth with a fork.
Preparing Vegetable Mix
- 5
Heat Oil
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- 6
- 7
Add Vegetables
Stir in 1 diced bell pepper, 1 diced zucchini, and 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- 8
Add Spinach
Add 2 cups of fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Season with 1 tsp of black pepper.
Combining and Serving
- 9
Combine Amaranth and Vegetables
Once the amaranth is cooked and fluffed, add it to the skillet with the vegetable mix. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- 10
Add Garnish
Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
- 11
Serve
Serve warm as a nutritious side dish or a light main course.
