QUINOA SQUASH PILAF

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"This is a wonderful recipe with different flavors and plenty of good-for-you ingredients," Annette Spiegler promises from Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth
1/4 cup water
2 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 medium yellow summer squash, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 cup chopped leeks (white portion only)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large tomato, chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped

Steps:

In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, toast the quinoa over medium heat until lightly browned, stirring occasionally. , In a small saucepan, bring broth and water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. , In a large nonstick skillet, saute the zucchini, yellow squash and leeks in oil until vegetables are tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomato, cilantro, seasonings and quinoa; heat through. Add spinach; cook and stir until spinach is wilted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 377mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges