Lemon Herb Quinoa

Total Time:Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Recipe by Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Updated on Jan. 07, 2023

My family is turning to quinoa more and more these days. It's a super grain that's packed with protein and vitamins. Plus, it can be paired with any kind of main course. —Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California

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Lemon Herb Quinoa

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Yield:4 servings
Prep:10 min
Cook:15 min
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh mint
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
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Directions

  1. 1
    In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  2. 2
    Remove from the heat. Add the basil, cilantro, mint, lemon zest and remaining salt; fluff with a fork.
  3. 3

Nutrition Facts

2/3 cup: 160 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 304mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch.
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