Lemon-Shallot Quinoa

Ingredients:

  • 2 Thinly Sliced Shallots
  • 1 TBSP Olive Oil
  • 1 1⁄2 Cups Quinoa
  • 1 tsp Minced Garlic
  • 2 1/4 Cups Water
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 1⁄2 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • Garnish:
  • Lemon Zest
  • Fresh herbs of your choosing (ie: parsley, dill, basil, cilantro, Italian)
  • 2 TBSP Slivered Almonds
  • Sautéed or Crispy Shallots
  • Drizzle of Olive Oil

Directions:

Sauté the shallot in the oil over medium heat until golden and fragrant, approximately 2-3 minutes. Rinse and drain quinoa and add to pot of shallots along with water, salt, cumin, garlic and dried herbs. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes. Cook until quinoa soaks up all the water. Let stand covered 3-5 minutes with heat off. When ready to serve toss with lemon zest, sprinkle with herbs, shallots and nuts if desired.

Nutrient Content:

  • Servings: 6
  • Serving Size: 1 Cup
  • Calories – 185
  • Fat – 5g
  • Carbohydrates – 29g
  • Protein – 6g

Trista K. Best