Walnut Rosemary Quinoa

Posted on Sunday, June 15th, 2008
Written by: Angela, Nutritionist



1 TB sesame oil

1 small onion, diced

11/4 cup quinoa, thoroughly rinsed

1 small red bell pepper, diced

3 cups water

1 tsp tamari soy sauce

1 tsp fresh rosemary or 1/2 tsp dried

1 cup fresh or frozen peas

1/2 cup walnuts

Preheat oven to 350°F. Heat oil in a saucepan and add onion and quinoa. Sauté over medium heat, stirring constantly for 3 minutes. Add red bell pepper and sauté for an additional 2 minutes. Add water, soy sauce and rosemary. (If using fresh peas, add them now.) Bring contents to a boil, cover and simmer 15 minutes. Mean while, roast walnuts in 350°F oven for 5 minutes. When quinoa is cooked, turn off heat and mix in walnuts and frozen peas. Let sit an additional 10 minutes and serve.

Nutrition Info

Per Serving: 334 calories, 14gm fat, 12gm protein, 42gm carbohydrates, 0mg cholesterol, 138mg sodium



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