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Lemon Cilantro Quinoa

Lemon Cilantro Quinoa

Fiona Haynes
Lemon Cilantro Quinoa makes a flavorful side dish for chicken or fish. Be sure to rinse the quinoa before cooking. This rids it of its bitter coating.

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Preparation:

Prepare quinoa according to package instructions. When cooked, stir in lemon juice and fresh cilantro.

Serves 6

Per Serving: Calories 113, Calories from Fat 15, Total Fat 1.6g (sat 0.2g), Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 10mg, Carbohydrate 20.6g, Fiber 1.8g, Protein 3.8g

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