Gluten Free Lemon Herb Quinoa
This gluten-free lemon herb quinoa is a refreshing and flavorful side dish packed with nutritious ingredients.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Fresh herbs (such as parsley, basil, and dill) - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
- Vegetable broth - 2 cups
- Quinoa - 1 cup
Let's Get Started
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.
- In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
- Add the quinoa to the boiling broth, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork and transfer it to a serving bowl.
- Pour the lemon herb dressing over the quinoa and toss to combine.
- Add the chopped fresh herbs and gently mix them into the quinoa.
- Serve the gluten-free lemon herb quinoa as a side dish or as a base for a protein of your choice.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Side Dish
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 40g
- Protein: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Sugar: 2g