QUINOA LUNCH FOR ONE

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Quinoa and fresh veggies make a wholesome and filling lunch that tastes great and is quick to prepare when cooking for one. Can easily be adjusted to make additional servings.

Provided by FRAMBUESA

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup water
½ cup thinly sliced carrots
¼ cup red quinoa
½ teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1 cup chopped cooked broccoli
1 cup baby spinach, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine water, carrots, quinoa, and chicken bouillon in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until nearly all water has been absorbed and outer ring of quinoa grain is visible, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Add broccoli and spinach to the pot, stir, and cover to allow spinach to wilt. Continue to cook until all water is absorbed and vegetables have been heated through, about 5 minutes more.
  • Spoon quinoa and veggies into a bowl and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.1 g, Cholesterol 0.1 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 10.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 291.7 mg, Sugar 5 g

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