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Lemon Herb Quinoa Recipe

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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Diabetic Friendly

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Lemon Herb Quinoa Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Yield: 4 Servings

10 15 25

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 peel

Directions

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.
Remove from the heat. Add the basil, cilantro, mint, lemon peel and remaining salt; fluff with a fork. Yield: 4 servings.

Editor's Note: Look for quinoa in the cereal, rice or organic food aisle.

Nutritional Facts 2/3 cup equals 160 calories, 2 g fat (trace saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 304 mg sodium, 29 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 6 g protein. Diabetic Exchange: 2 starch.

Originally published as Lemon Herb Quinoa in Taste of Home's Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook Annual 2011, p164