Ingredients for Hot Quinoa Salad
- 1 cup quinoa
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- Onion
- Green Chilies
- Vegetable Broth
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How to Make Hot Quinoa Salad
- Chop 4 slices of bacon into 1/2-inch pieces. Add to a large skillet over medium heat along with 1/2 cup chopped onion. Cook until bacon is crispy and onions are softened, about 8-10 minutes.
- Drain off excess bacon grease, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the skillet. Stir in 1 cup quinoa, 1-2 teaspoons chopped green chilies (adjust to your spice preference), and 2 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth for extra flavor).
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until all the broth is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
- Fluff the quinoa with a fork and serve warm. Garnish with extra green chilies or a sprinkle of chopped fresh cilantro, if desired.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
8 g
Sugar
5g
Fat
20g
Carbs
13g