The Educated Eater Canada

By:  Amy Roberts, RHN – Moncton, NB

Quinoa is one of my favorite foods! Gluten free, high in protein and easy to prepare. I decided to improvise with some ingredients I had on hand and I’m so glad I did! This would be great as a side dish, or on its own for a light lunch.

Ingredients:

• 1 Cup quinoa, soaked or rinsed
• 2 Cups organic chicken broth (or vegetable broth, or water)
• ¼ Cup onion, diced
• 2 large or 3 small garlic cloves, crushed and minced
• 1 TBSP fresh rosemary, chopped

Directions:

1. Add all ingredients to a medium sauce pan on medium-high heat.
2. Bring to boil.
3. Reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid has absorbed.
4. Season to taste (I usually dress mine with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of sea salt).

Note: Allow chopped garlic to sit for 10 minutes prior to cooking, to retain its health benefits.