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Simple Savory Quinoa

Simple Savory Quinoa

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  • 30 Min
  • 3 Servings
  • $6

INGREDIENTS

  • Vegetables

    • 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
    • 2 carrots, sliced
    • 🧅 1 small onion, minced
    • 🧄 1 clove garlic, minced

  • Grains

    • ½ cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed

  • Seasonings

    • ¼ teaspoon dried basil
    • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
    • 1 teaspoon lime juice
    • salt to taste

  • Oils and Stocks

    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 cup vegetable stock

STEPS

1

Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in celery, carrots, onion, and garlic. Cook and stir until onion has softened and turned translucent.

2

Stir in vegetable stock, quinoa, basil, and turmeric. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until quinoa is tender and liquid is absorbed.

3

Stir in lime juice and season with salt.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

227

Calories

  • 5
    Protein
  • 27
    Carbs
  • 11
    Fats

💡 Rinse quinoa thoroughly before cooking to reduce bitterness.Cut vegetables finely to achieve a smoother texture.Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat on the stovetop for optimal taste.