Quinoa with Watercress, Pears and Pomegranate
Serves 4
Time 20 min
This dish combines quinoa with the delicious flavor combination of sweet pears, tart pomegranate seeds and peppery watercress.
Special Diets:
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa, thoroughly rinsed
- 1 bunch watercress, stems removed and leaves sliced (about 1 1/2 cups packed leaves)
- 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 tablespoons pomegranate juice
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Method
Combine 2 cups water and quinoa in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to a simmer, cover and cook until quinoa is tender and all water is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.
Place quinoa in a large bowl with watercress, pears, pomegranate seeds, walnuts, juice and vinegar.
Stir to combine, then serve.
Nutritional Info:
Per serving: 330 calories (110 from fat), 12g total fat, 1g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 15mg sodium, 48g carbohydrates (7g dietary fiber, 14g sugar), 11g protein.
Note: We've provided special diet and nutritional information for educational purposes. But remember - we're cooks, not doctors! You should follow the advice of your health-care provider. And since product formulations change, check product labels for the most recent ingredient information.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa, thoroughly rinsed
- 1 bunch watercress, stems removed and leaves sliced (about 1 1/2 cups packed leaves)
- 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 tablespoons pomegranate juice
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar