CREAMY QUINOA AND VEGETABLE SOUP

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This is a very quick and easy soup. Quinoa is a grain found in most health food stores, and many large grocery stores. It is a complete protein containing all 8 amino acids, so serve this soup with a whole-wheat roll for a filling and nutritious lunch.

Provided by PensyGirl

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Cream Soup Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cups beef broth
½ cup water
½ cup quinoa
3 green onions, chopped
1 (8 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
1 cup fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 pinch salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

Bring the beef broth, water, and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and cook 5 minutes. Stir in the green onions, mushrooms, green beans, and tarragon; continue cooking until the green beans are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the evaporated milk, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Simmer 2 more minutes until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.9 calories, Carbohydrate 45.9 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 1350.2 mg, Sugar 10.5 g