Lemon-Coriander Quinoa

Serves 6
Time 35 min
Lemon-Coriander Quinoa

This simple but flavorful side dish is a great option to serve alongside fish or poultry, or to use as a stuffing for acorn squash or bell peppers.

Special Diets:

Dairy FreeDairy Free
Gluten FreeGluten Free
Low SodiumLow Sodium
VeganVegan
VegetarianVegetarian
Low FatLow Fat
Sugar ConsciousSugar Conscious

Ingredients

    1 cupquinoa, rinsed
    1/4 teaspoonfine sea salt
    Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon, reserved separately
    1 tablespoonwhole coriander seeds
    1/8 teaspoonground black pepper

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Method

In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa, 2 cups water, salt and lemon juice.


Bring to a boil, lower heat, and simmer, covered, until quinoa is tender and a white tail appears around each grain, about 15 minutes.


Remove from heat and set aside, covered, 5 minutes.


Meanwhile, place coriander seeds in a small skillet.


Cook over medium heat, shaking the pan frequently, until just fragrant, about 3 minutes.


Transfer to a bowl to cool.


Coarsely crack seeds in a spice grinder or with the back of a small heavy skillet.


Toss quinoa with coriander, pepper and lemon zest.


Taste and stir in more lemon juice if desired.

Nutritional Info

Serving Size

Calories

110

Total Fat

2g

Saturated Fat

0g

Cholesterol

0mg

Sodium

100mg

Total Carbohydrate

19g

Dietary Fiber

3g

Total Sugars

1g

Protein

4g

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