Simple Savory Quinoa

41 Reviews

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Ready In: 45 min

“A savory side dish, tasty yet simple, with carrots, celery, onions and quinoa. I always cut my veggies really small, more like mincing because I don't like chunky veggies. It is always optional to cut this small. This would probably taste great with rice as well.” - by jwyant89

Directions

Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the celery, carrots, onion, and garlic. Cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the vegetable stock, quinoa, basil, and turmeric. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 25 to 30 minutes until the quinoa is tender and has absorbed the liquid. Once done, stir in the lime juice, and season to taste with salt to serve.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (3 total)

Calories
227 cal
11%

Fat
11.1 g
17%

Carbs
27.3 g
9%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Reviews (41)

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Mrs. Jason

Sep. 2, 2011

"At first I was not blown away by the flavor- which there is plenty of- but as I was eating this the symphony of flavors were playing on my palette and I realized I really liked it. I made double the ..." See morerecipe without doubling the oil. I used chicken bouillion instead of vegetable broth (that's just what I had on hand). Also for some reason I imagined the directions had said to finely julienne the carrots, so I shredded them in a food processor instead of slicing them. I didn't have lime juice either. Otherwise I kept to the directions and it turned out great. There were no leftovers. My family loved it and at least one person had extra helpings. :)"

sheenstar

Apr. 6, 2011

"This was good and I will make it again, but with less oil. I will put the vegetables in at the same time as the broth, quinoa and spices, so they aren't overcooked. I think it needs one more spice, I'..." See morem just not sure what that is. I will also use a bit more onion and a bit less lime juice next time."

sueb

Mar. 23, 2011

"Easy to make! If anything, the amount of turmeric and lime juice should be cut down, but otherwise you get used to the taste! Thanks for the recipe!..." See more"

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