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Quinoa (keen-wa) is a delicious, healthy, low fat alternative to rice or pasta. It is packed with more protein than any other whole grain and goes well with meat, fish or vegetables.
Diabetic Recipe - Heart Healthy Recipe - Gluten Free Recipe 
Yield: 6 Servings
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 Tbsp lemon zest
- Lemon juice from 2 lemons
- 1 red bell pepper, deseeded and chopped
- 1/4 medium red onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp olive oil
Rinse quinoa in clean water and drain. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil, and add in rinsed quinoa. Simmer for about 15 minutes until all water is absorbed. Quinoa should emit a small tail and become tender. Add remaining ingredients to the quinoa, and refrigerate for one half hour before serving.
Nutrition facts (per serving):
Calories: 99
Fat: 1g
Saturated fat: 0
Cholesterol: 1mg
Sodium: 60mg
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g