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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 4
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 294.9
  • Total Fat: 13.1 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
  • Sodium: 43.8 mg
  • Total Carbs: 38.4 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 5.4 g
  • Protein: 7.4 g

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Simple Quinoa and Vegetables

Submitted by: CHEF_MEG
Simple Quinoa and Vegetables

Introduction

This protein-rich vegetarian recipe is simple to make and tasty to eat! This protein-rich vegetarian recipe is simple to make and tasty to eat!
Number of Servings: 4

Ingredients

    1 c quinoa, rinsed
    2 c water
    4 medium carrots
    1 zucchini
    8 spears of fresh asparagus
    1 T rice wine vinegar
    2 T olive oil
    1 t fresh thyme, leaves removed from stem
    black pepper to taste

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Directions

Place water in a small covered saucepan. Bring to a boil. Add quinoa and stir. Reduce heat to a simmer and replace lid. Simmer for 11-12 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Using a "Y" shaped peeler, peel the carrots and zucchini into strips. Snap the woody ends off the asparagus. Cut the asparagus into 2-inch sections. Steam the vegetables for 3-4 minutes.

Meanwhile, prepare the vinaigrette. Place the vinegar and thyme in a small bowl, then whisk in the oil. Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork.
Place 1/2 cup of quinoa on each plate. Arrange a quarter of the vegetables over the quinoa and top with about 2 teaspoons of the vinaigrette.

EDITOR'S NOTE: Because quinoa is a seed, it contains more fat and calories than a similar volume of rice or another grain.






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  • AHHGEE


    181 of 184 people found this review helpful
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    It is VERY very very important to rinse the quinoa or it will be bitter! Bob's Red Mill is pre-rinsed and is in most grocery stores - 10/29/09

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  • CHRISTELW

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    85 of 92 people found this review helpful
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    Quinoa, pronounced "keenwa" is a superfood and tastes really nice. It is quite versatile as you can have it hot or cold. I have it as a salad or hot like rice. Just google
    "nutritional value of Quinoa" it's good stuff. - 10/29/09

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  • NGAIBRUCE


    79 of 85 people found this review helpful
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    COSTCO now sells glutin/wheat free, Premium, 100% whole grain Quinoa under Earthly Delights label in a 4 lb bag. - 1/14/10

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  • GEMINI-SKY


    70 of 71 people found this review helpful
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    I make my quinoa with veg broth instead of water and I add chopped onion and celery and boil it all together for 15 mins.
    So yummy and sweet. - 7/2/10

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  • LYNZISMOMV

    Very Good
    59 of 60 people found this review helpful
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    this is smart and yummy...i like to roast my veges in the oven with a little garlic and olive oil. - 10/29/09

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  • SUEBDOO93

    Very Good
    46 of 46 people found this review helpful
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    I used balsamic vinegar instead of rice wine vinegar and I added an onion. It was really tasty! This was quick and easy to make. The hardest part was not having seconds! - 12/8/09

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  • FURBALLDTH

    Incredible!
    39 of 39 people found this review helpful
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    I add beans - 10/29/09

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  • KWIATKI

    Incredible!
    34 of 40 people found this review helpful
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    I add it to meat balls, meatloafs or as oatmeal in the morning with milk and raisins. You can mix in figs,apples, carrots, corn, soy beans, broccs, assparagus...any veggie you like, then drizzle with lemon juice. YUMMMMMMM - 2/23/10

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  • SANDALEIN

    Good
    31 of 33 people found this review helpful
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    Have to admit I prefer having quinoa with roast vegetables rather than steamed - doesn't have to be fatty and is slightly more delicious. - 11/24/09

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  • CAPRICAMAY

    Very Good
    27 of 28 people found this review helpful
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    I always toast the quinoa before cooking, and have never rinsed it. It doesn't taste bitter, I assume, because of the toasting. It adds a nutty flavor and smells divine while being toasted. I like tha addition of rice wine vinegar and thyme...I'd never tried that with quinoa. Yummy! - 1/6/11

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  • LMCBUDDY

    Incredible!
    23 of 23 people found this review helpful
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    I didn't have thyme so I jazzed this up a bit with fresh garlic and added mushrooms & sweet red pepper. Was sooo good.... - 7/6/10

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  • BENNAK

    Incredible!
    22 of 25 people found this review helpful
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    my whole family is vegetarian, so this recipe is definatly going to be used a lot.It's easy and full of protein - 10/29/09

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  • JANWHOSOEVER

    Very Good
    21 of 21 people found this review helpful
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    Loved this with roasted veggies - red and yellow peppers, and onion. Sprinkled with green onion for garnish. I've made quinoa many times, but just ran across directions to rinse well before cooking (in another recipe). What a difference. Buy pe-rinsed or take the extra step. - 6/23/10

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  • ILLINITEACHER52


    21 of 22 people found this review helpful
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    Thank you for a wonderful gluten free recipe. Quinoa is also higher in protein than rice. This is a wonderful recipe! - 11/24/09

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  • KERRIEM123


    21 of 22 people found this review helpful
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    for people who are having a hard time finding it, please check out Whole Foods or Mustard Seed Market if you have one nearby. You should be also able to buy it (or request them to order it) at any local health food store. hope that's helpful! - 10/29/09

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  • AKELAZ

    Very Good
    18 of 20 people found this review helpful
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    Great for meatless days. Delicious and good mix of protein and veggies. May add homemade tomato & mint sauce for extra flavour - 10/6/09

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  • MNTGRL


    15 of 22 people found this review helpful
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    I plan to make it for lunches. Sounds like its a great way to add fiber, vegetables, and incorporate more meatless meals - 10/29/09

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  • CAFE_AEBEE

    Incredible!
    15 of 15 people found this review helpful
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    I love quinoa! What I liked about this receipe is rice wine vinegar, which I never used before. - 10/26/09

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  • TRICIAN13

    Very Good
    14 of 17 people found this review helpful
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    I love quinoa; so versatile. I use it in place of rice and sometimes pasta. More protein & fiber. Rinse well; cook in low sodium/low fat broth; add veggies of your choice; add meat and/or sauce if desired. For breakfast, boil in water, add a little honey or brown sugar and cinnamon. Top with fruit. - 8/29/10

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  • CHANTEE1

    Very Good
    12 of 13 people found this review helpful
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    This recipe was tested on 2 Austic (high-functioning)children who have complex diets & are fussy eaters. A dessert dish of homemade applesauce complemented this light and tasty dish for the picky eaters in our family! - 11/24/09

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  • SERVINGTHRUPT


    12 of 19 people found this review helpful
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    I do a similar dish & add some cut up chicken breast, a meal all in one & my Husband likes it too! : ) - 10/29/09

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  • KMICHA


    11 of 14 people found this review helpful
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    Haven't tried the recipe yet. I have been looking for one with quinoa. I order mine from Country Life Natural Foods out of Michigan. They have a catalog full of Natural foods. - 2/3/10

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  • NANCYLEE46


    10 of 16 people found this review helpful
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    just bought some - Thank you for Gluten - Free recipes. will be making tonight
    Nancy - 11/24/09

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  • PHDNPROBIN

    Very Good
    9 of 12 people found this review helpful
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    I substitue orzo instead of quinoa and it is GREAT! - 7/26/10

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  • IC3SKAT3R

    Incredible!
    9 of 16 people found this review helpful
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    I'm vegetarian and find a lackage of protein so this is really helpful! Expect Sparkpeople to always help in any aspect of healthly living. =D - 11/24/09

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