Quinoa with Asian Flavors

Yield

4 servings

5

35

1 tablespoon: extra-virgin olive oil

1 cup: quinoa

2 cups: chicken broth

2 tablespoons: soy sauce

1 tablespoon: minced fresh ginger root

1 clove: garlic, minced

2: green onions, chopped

Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in quinoa and allow to toast for 2 to 3 minutes, then add chicken broth, soy sauce, ginger and garlic. Increase heat and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer until all liquid has been absorbed, 25 to 30 minutes. Fluff quinoa with fork and top with green onions before serving.

Calories: 196 kcal

Carbohydrates: 28.9 g

Cholesterol: 0 mg

Fat: 6 g

Fiber: 3.3 g

Protein: 6.7 g

Sodium: 455 mg