Ingredients for Quinoa Side Dish
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- Celery Ribs
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
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How to Make Quinoa Side Dish
- Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the quinoa is cooked through.
- While the quinoa cooks, prepare the vegetables. Dice 1/2 cup celery and 1/2 cup red bell pepper.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a separate skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced celery and red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon ground cumin and 1 teaspoon ground coriander.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork and transfer it to a large bowl.
- Add the cooked vegetables, 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, and 1/4 cup dried cranberries to the bowl.
- Gently stir to combine.
- Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
2 g
Sugar
8g
Fat
6g
Carbs
11g
