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 mins
- Cook20 mins
- 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 286.47 kcal Moderate
- Protein 10.27 g Good Source
- Carbs 44.39 g Moderate
- Total Fat 7.27 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 2.41 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 9.46 mg Low Source
- Sodium 390.31 mg Moderate
- Fiber 5.93 g Good Source
- Sugar 1.41 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.57 g Low Source
- Calcium 57.54 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.79 mg Moderate
- Potassium 199.69 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 145.39 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 9.46 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 1.45 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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