ASIAN QUINOA

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I love to cook and come up with new recipes. I serve this dish at least once a month and sometimes more. For a different twist, I'll occasionally add a scrambled egg or use soy sauce instead of the rice vinegar. -Sonya Labbe, Santa Monica, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup water
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons plum sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1/2 cup sliced water chestnuts, chopped
1/2 cup fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed and halved
2 green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first eight ingredients; bring to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until water is absorbed. , Remove from the heat. Add the red pepper, water chestnuts, peas and onions; fluff with a fork. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 205mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Stephen Gandara
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Alomgir Rana
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Cece Mckenzie
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


MEHEDI STBD FUN
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat quinoa.


Jason Maldonado
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I love that this recipe is healthy and delicious.


Dacie Litwinczuk
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


ntombi florence
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I'm not usually a fan of quinoa, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so good!


Junaid Mehboob
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This is my new favorite quinoa recipe. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Muhammad Mir
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


L.ReshawnW
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. I loved the combination of flavors and textures.


thomas bates
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The quinoa was fluffy and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Shawn Frahm
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This Asian quinoa recipe was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the quinoa cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


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