Mexican Green Quinoa
Fresh herbs, onions and garlic boost the flavor of this quick-cooking complete protein. Serves 8.
Serves: 8
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 20 min
Ingredients
1
Medium white onion, peeled and chopped
1/2 Cup
Cilantro leaves, rinsed and chopped
1/2 Cup
Parsley leaves, rinsed and chopped
4 Cloves
Garlic
1 Teaspoon
Salt
1/4 Teaspoon
Black pepper
3 Cups
Water
2 Cups
Quinoa, rinsed
Directions
1
Puree onion, cilantro, parsley, garlic, salt, pepper and water.
2
Pour into medium saucepan and bring to boil over high heat.
3
Add quinoa, stir to combine and reduce heat to low simmer.
4
Cover saucepan and cook for 20 minutes.
5
Check with fork to make sure quinoa is done.
6
Remove from heat and let sit covered for 10 minutes.
7
Remove cover and fluff quinoa with fork before serving.
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