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Hot and Zesty Quinoa

Name: Hot and Zesty Quinoa
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Cuisine: North America, Mexican
Ingredients: 1 cup water; 1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles; 2 tablespoons chopped marinated quartered artichoke hearts; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

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Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Makes

4 servings

Updated: Jul. 11, 2023

“I created this healthy whole grain side to serve my family instead of potatoes or rice. It’s so easy and has a little kick. Quinoa’s a nurturing grain and a complete protein.” —Sandra Letizia, Providence, Rhode Island

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Ingredients

1 cup water
1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles
2 tablespoons chopped marinated quartered artichoke hearts
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from the heat; fluff with a fork.
In a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add tomatoes and green chiles. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Stir in quinoa and artichoke; heat through. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

1/2 cup: 135 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 361mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.

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