Spiced Quinoa

Adapted from Taste for Life Magazine, November 2009

Serves 2

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. NOW Rel Food® Extra Virgin Olive Oil*

1 tsp. powdered ginger

1 tsp. ground cumin

1 tsp. ground coriander

1 tsp. ground turmeric

1 cup NOW Real Food® Quinoa*

1/4 cup finely minced Italian parsley (optional)

1/4 cup finely minced fresh mint or cilantro (optional)

1. Brown all spices in oil in large saucepan.
2. Add quinoa and stir well.
3. Add 2 cups boiling water, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed, stirring occasionally. 
4. Turn off heat and let stand for a few minutes.
5. Add optional parsley and mint or cilantro.
6. Fluff with fork and serve.

Per serving:
227 calories
6g protein
31g carbohydrates
3g fiber
10g total fat
13 mg sodium

*NOW items available at your local health food store