Garlic Quinoa
Quinoa is a very high protein grain which originated in the Andes mountains of Bolivia and Peru as a staple food of the Incas. It's gluten-free and rich in L-lysine, phosphorus, calcium, iron, B vitamins, and vitamin E.
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Ingredients:
| 1 tablespoon | olive oil |
| 1/2 cup | chopped onion |
| 2 teaspoons | minced garlic |
| 1 cup | quinoa, rinsed well and drained |
| 2 cups | water or 2 cups broth |
| 1/4 teaspoon | salt |
Directions:
Sauté onion in olive oil for 2-3 minutes; add garlic and continue sautéing for another 30 seconds or so.
Add quinoa, water and salt to pan; bring to boil then reduce heat then cover and simmer 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
Source: food.com
