Quinoa Side Dish
Quinoa Side Dish features nutty, toasted grains simmered in vegetable broth and finished with fresh parsley, thyme, garlic, onion, and a hint of lemon. The result is light, fragrant, and herb-forward with a bright finish, perfect alongside roasted vegetables, grilled proteins, or as part of a weeknight dinner spread.
- Prep15 min
- Cook20 min
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- 2
Add the quinoa and toast it, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Stir in the broth and bring it to a boil.
- 4
Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes.
- 5
Remove from the heat and transfer to a bowl.
- 6
Stir in the garlic, parsley, thyme, salt, and onion until combined.
- 7
Sprinkle the lemon juice over the top.
- Calories 248.71 kcal Moderate
- Protein 7.96 g Moderate
- Carbs 39.58 g Moderate
- Total Fat 6.2 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 2.05 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 7.84 mg Low Source
- Sodium 390.31 mg Moderate
- Fiber 4.77 g Moderate
- Sugar 0.74 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 40.24 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.55 mg Moderate
- Potassium 143.3 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 27.42 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 8.63 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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