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Quinoa with Spinach and Feta

Quinoa – pronounced KEEN-wa – is a healthful whole grain, high in fiber and vitamins. Use it as a rice substitute and try it in this hearty, nutritious dish.
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Course Pasta, Rice & Grains
Cuisine Continental

Servings 2 servings
Calories 430.09 kcal

Ingredients

  

  • 1/2 cup(s) uncooked quinoa
  • 1 teaspoon(s) olive oil
  • 3 (2 – 3) cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 cup(s) washed, chopped, fresh spinach
  • 33/100 cup(s) light feta cheese

Instructions

 

  • Wash and drain quinoa; add the quinoa and 1 cup cold water to pan, bring to boil, cover and cook until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is cooked, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, gently heat a fry pan with the oil, add the garlic and gently cook; add the spinach to wilt.
  • When quinoa is cooked, add to the fry pan, roughly crumble the feta and add to the pan.
  • Gently mix everything together and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 430.09kcalCarbohydrates: 65.48gProtein: 13.94gFat: 11.45gSaturated Fat: 1.82gCholesterol: 6.6mgSodium: 139.82mgFiber: 5.5gSugar: 6.35g

Keyword Cooking Lite, Healthy Bytes, High Fiber, Vegetables
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