After doing a little reading and research on quinoa, I decided to try this new food (for me) out for myself! With only a few ingredients in my pantry and garden, I made this simple but delicious summer recipe for a tasteful dinner. The only downside was Ella didn’t like it…so if you have a favorite quinoa recipe or one your kids eat…send it to me!
Herbed Quinoa by Giada De Laurentiis
2 3/4 cup chicken stock
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 1/2 cups quinoa
Dressing:
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
3/4 cup chopped basil leaves
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1 Tbsp thyme
2 tsp lemon zest
kosher salt and pepper
Directions:
Add chicken stock. lemon juice, and quinoa to a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 12-15 min.
Combine dressing ingredients together and add to quinoa once cooked.
Love this. Thank you. I think lentils are another great superfood… maybe something Ella would like…