Ingredients
4
4 servings
- •1 cup quinoa
- •3 cups water
- •1 pinch salt
- •3 tablespoons olive oil
- •3 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 red bell pepper, chopped
- •½ cup corn kernels
- •½ teaspoon cumin
- •1 teaspoon dried oregano
- •salt and pepper to taste
- •2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Bring the quinoa, water, and 1 pinch of salt to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender, about 20 minutes. Once done, drain a mesh strainer, and set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, and cook until the garlic softens and the aroma mellows, about 2 minutes. Add the red pepper, and corn; continue cooking until the pepper softens, about 5 minutes. Season with cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper, and cook for 1 minute more, then stir in the cooked quinoa and green onions. Serve hot or cold.
Nutritional Facts
Per 4 servings
- Calories: 280
- Carbohydrate: 34g
- Fat: 13g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Sugar: 2g
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