Ingredients and Weight: - Quinoa, 1 cup (185g) - Vegetable broth, 2 cups (475ml) - Olive oil, 2 tablespoons (30ml) - Onion, 1/2 medium (120g), chopped - Garlic, 2 cloves (6g), minced - Cumin, 1 teaspoon (2g) - Coriander, 1 teaspoon (2g) - Paprika, 1 teaspoon (2g) - Salt, to taste - Black pepper, to taste - Parsley, 1/4 cup (15g), chopped (for garnish)
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Difficulty Level: 1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps: 1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water for 1 minute to remove any bitterness. 2. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. 3. Add the onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. 4. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more. 5. Stir in the cumin, coriander, and paprika, and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. 6. Add the quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked through and the liquid is absorbed. 7. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork. 8. Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with parsley.
Nutritional Information: - Calories: 220 per serving (1/8 of the dish) - Carbohydrates: 45g - Protein: 6g - Fat: 5g - Fiber: 5g
Dish Characteristics: - Fluffy and tender - Warm and flavorful - Versatile side dish that pairs well with various main courses
User Comments: - "This quinoa is so delicious and easy to make. It's my go-to side dish for weeknight dinners." - Sarah M. - "I love the cumin and coriander spices. They add such an exotic flavor to the quinoa." - John H. - "This quinoa is the perfect accompaniment to my grilled salmon. It's hearty and satisfying." - Amy S.
Special Precautions and Tips: - If you don't have vegetable broth, you can use water instead. - To make the quinoa more flavorful, you can add other spices such as turmeric or chili powder. - For a creamy texture, stir in 1/4 cup of plain yogurt or sour cream before serving.