RED QUINOA

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Fresh apple slices add seasonal flavor to this quick-cooking and nutrient-packed grain.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion
1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
1 cup red quinoa, soaked and drained
1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, and julienned
Juice of 1/2 lemon

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. When oil shimmers, add onions and salt and cook until translucent, 3 minutes.
  • Add quinoa and 1 cup water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until grains have expanded and water has evaporated, 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, stir in apples and lemon juice and serve.

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