ONION AND MUSHROOM QUINOA

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Mixed vegetables and quinoa makes adds a distinctive side dish to your meal in just 30 minutes.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup uncooked quinoa
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 small onion, cut into fourths, then sliced
1 medium carrot, shredded (2/3 cup)
1 small green bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 cup sliced mushrooms (3 oz)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (14 oz) vegetable or chicken broth

Steps:

  • Rinse quinoa thoroughly by placing in a fine-mesh strainer and holding under cold running water until water runs clear; drain well.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Cook quinoa and onion in oil 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until light brown.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover; simmer about 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with fork.

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