RECIPE: Quinoa with Latin Flavors

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 teaspoons grapeseed oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 4 ounces chopped green chiles
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 14 oz. reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
• 3/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 cup chopped scallions
• 2 tablespoons lime juice

INSTRUCTIONS:

• Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. 
• Add onion and cook, stirring often, until softened, 2-3 minutes.
• Add chiles & garlic; cook, stirring, for 30 seconds.
• Add the quinoa and broth; bring to a simmer.
• Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook until quinoa is tender & most of the liquid has been absorbed, 20-25 minutes.
• Add pumpkin seeds, cilantro, scallions & lime juice; mix gently and fluff with a fork.

Makes 6 servings

Per serving: 181 calories

Recipe & photoS submitted by AAY! member Amanda J.