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Healthy Cilantro Lime Quinoa

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Cilantro lime quinoa is a fresh, zesty, and nutritious side dish made with fluffy quinoa, bright lime juice, and fresh cilantro. It’s simple to prepare and pairs perfectly with tacos, grilled meats, or grain bowls.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 160 kcal

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • fine mesh strainer for rinsing quinoa
  • fork for fluffing
  • cutting board
  • knife

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water for 30 seconds.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa and 2 cups of broth.
  • Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
  • Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
  • Fluff quinoa gently with a fork.
  • Stir in minced garlic, lime juice, and chopped cilantro.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Mix gently and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Rinse quinoa היט to remove bitterness. For extra flavor, toast quinoa briefly before cooking. Use freshly squeezed lime juice for best results. Add cilantro and lime just before serving if making ahead.

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 6gFat: 2.5gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.7gSodium: 180mgPotassium: 170mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg
Keyword cilantro lime quinoa, easy grain bowl base, healthy quinoa recipe, quinoa side dish
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