How To Make Lemon Herb Quinoa Recipe
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (such as parsley, basil, or dill), chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Rinse the quinoa under cold water until the water runs clear.
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In a saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy.
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In a mixing bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped herbs, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
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Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork and transfer it to the mixing bowl with the lemon herb dressing. Mix well to combine.
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Serve the lemon herb quinoa warm or chilled as a side dish or as a base for salads or bowls.
Nutrition
- Calories : 215kcal
- Total Fat : 7g
- Saturated Fat : 1g
- Cholesterol : 0mg
- Sodium : 497mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 33g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 1g
- Protein : 6g
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