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Quinoa with Peas and Onion Recipe

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“I make this a lot for my son, who’s a picky eater. He loves it!” Lori Panarella — Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

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Quinoa with Peas and Onion Recipe

Prep: 30 min. Cook: 10 min.

Yield: 6 Servings

30 10 40

Ingredients

2 cups water
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/2 cups frozen peas
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts

Directions

In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from the heat; fluff with a fork.
Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Stir into cooked quinoa. Add the peas, salt and pepper; heat through. Sprinkle with walnuts. Yield: 6 servings.

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

Nutritional Facts 2/3 cup equals 174 calories, 6 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 244 mg sodium, 26 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 6 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.

Originally published as Quinoa with Peas and Onion in Healthy Cooking December/January 2010, p15

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Reviewed on Feb. 02, 2013 by peacharmadillo

I've tried several quinoa recipes lately and had almost given up on the grain. While this one tasted a lot like peas, it's mildness and versatility did renew my hope for quinoa.

Reviewed on Jan. 01, 2013 by elaineae

I didn't even add the nuts and it was very good. I will make again and try adding other things.

Reviewed on Feb. 05, 2012 by pastiepie

I also added some shredded carrots.

Reviewed on Jan. 18, 2012 by michelletheprincess

This was the first time I tried quinoa, so I didnt know what to expect. It turned out very good, but I did have to add some seasoning salt. I will definetly make it again:)

Reviewed on Jul. 19, 2011 by parksville

Have prepared this quinoa dish a few times and find it very tasty. Made half the recipe and reduced the salt to 1/8 tsp. Replaced the walnuts w/ toasted pine nuts. Yum, yum, it's even good cold.

Reviewed on Jul. 03, 2011 by joedebfry

Simple, healthy, easy! I'll make this often.

Reviewed on May. 17, 2011 by Pina1551

This is my first time having quinoa and it is fantastic! This is a perfect and easy recipe when you need to cook up a quick sidedish, it's light, healthy and has a wonderful nutty taste! I will definately be making this again:)