Savory Quinoa Delight
Ingredients List
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 stalk celery, finely chopped
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2 carrots, sliced
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1 small onion, minced
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 cup vegetable stock
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½ cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed
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¼ teaspoon dried basil
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1 teaspoon ground turmeric
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1 teaspoon lime juice
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salt to taste
Cooking Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan. Add celery, carrots, onion, and garlic. Stir frequently until the onion softens and becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Add vegetable stock, quinoa, basil, and turmeric. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let cook for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
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Add a squeeze of lime juice and season with salt to taste.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 227 | Calories |
| 11g | Fat |
| 27g | Carbs |
| 5g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 3 | |
| Calories 227 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 11g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat 2g | 8% |
| Sodium 195mg | 8% |
| Total Carbohydrate 27g | 10% |
| Dietary Fiber 4g | 15% |
| Total Sugars 4g | |
| Protein 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin C 6mg | 6% |
| Calcium 49mg | 4% |
| Iron 2mg | 11% |
| Potassium 386mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5