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Lemony Quinoa

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Lemony Quinoa is a bright, herb-packed side or light lunch featuring fluffy quinoa tossed with toasty pine nuts, fresh lemon, and crisp vegetables. The mix of parsley, cumin, and a hint of cayenne adds layered flavor—nutty, citrusy, and lightly spicy—ideal for warm days, picnics, or make-ahead lunches.

  • Prep15 min
  • Cook10 min
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
Lemony Quinoa
  1. 1

    Toast the pine nuts briefly in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly so they do not burn, then set them aside to cool.

  2. 2

    In a saucepan, combine the quinoa, water and salt; bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and cook until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed.

  3. 3

    Let the quinoa cool slightly, then fluff it with a fork.

  4. 4

    Transfer the quinoa to a serving bowl and stir in the pine nuts, lemon juice, celery, onion, cayenne pepper, cumin and parsley; adjust the salt and pepper if needed before serving.

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