Nutty Almond-Sesame Red Quinoa+

Ingredients

  • 1 2/3 cups water
  • 1 cup red quinoa
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons dark sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced

Preparation

1. Bring 1 2/3 cups water and quinoa to a boil in a medium saucepan. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 12 minutes or until quinoa is tender; drain. Stir in almonds, juice, oils, salt, and onions.

Yield: Serves 4 (1/2 c)

Nutritional Information

Amount per serving
  • Calories: 238
  • Fat: 10g
  • Protein: 7.5g
  • Carbohydrate: 31.6g
  • Fiber: 3g

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