Quinoa is a great source of soluble fiber and protein. It is easy to prepare just like Couscous.
Salad:
1 cup quinoa (well rinsed)
2 cups water
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
6 dried apricots, finely chopped
1/4 cup dried currants
3 scallions, finely chopped
1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper
1/2 lightly toasted pine nuts (optional)
Vinaigrette:
1 lemon, zest & juice
1/4 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons chopped parsley
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
Bring water to boil then add quinoa and salt. Cover and let boil for 5 minutes. Turn off heat and keep lid covered another 15-20 min. or until all water is absorbed into grain. Fluff up grain with a fork. Make dressing by combining lemon juice, zest, oil, parsley, spices and salt in a small bowl and whisk together. Mix quinoa, dried apricots, currants, red pepper, scallions and pine nuts with vinaigrette. Serve as a side dish.
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