Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked quinoa, rinsed well and drained
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves
  • salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped

Method

  • Rinse quinoa well before cooking. Prepare quinoa according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, combine onion and oil in a medium nonstick skillet.
  • Cook over medium-high heat until onion is browned, about 15 minutes, stirring frequently. (If onion starts to burn, reduce heat.)
  • Set aside.
  • Rinse quinoa with cold water until cool; drain.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine quinoa, onion, and remaining ingredients (except tomato).
  • Mix well.
  • Stir in tomato.
  • Serve at room temperature.
  • HELPFUL HINT: Quinoa must be rinsed well before cooking to remove a natural bitter tasting but harmless coating. (The coating naturally protects quinoa from birds and insects.).
  • All ingredients except tomato can be prepared, combined, and chilled up to one day ahead. Add a small amount of broth if mixture seems dry, then stir in tomato.
  • Per Serving: 143 Calories; 6g Protein; 4g Fat; 23g Carbohydrates; 0 Cholesterol; 75mg Sodium; 4q Fiber.