QUINOA WITH PEAS AND ONION

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Even picky eaters will love this protein-packed dish. If you have freshly shelled peas on hand, substitute them for the frozen. —Lori Panarella, Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups water
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/2 cups frozen peas
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from the heat; fluff with a fork. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add peas; cook and stir until heated through. Stir in the cooked quinoa, salt and pepper. Sprinkle with walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 244mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Abdullahi Usman
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This quinoa dish is a great healthy option for a quick and easy meal. I love the addition of peas and onion, which add a nice pop of flavor.


Asmatullah Hamdard
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook quinoa, and this recipe is a great one. The peas and onion add a lot of flavor, and the quinoa is cooked perfectly.


Abul Kalam
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This quinoa dish is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. I added some chopped peppers and tomatoes, and it turned out really well.


Ameergul Baloch
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I was disappointed with this quinoa dish. The quinoa was overcooked and mushy, and the peas and onion were bland. I won't be making this again.


Hunter Craft
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This quinoa dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used some more seasoning or herbs. The quinoa was cooked perfectly, but the peas and onion didn't add much flavor.


Rueben Johnson
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This quinoa dish is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and fiber. The peas and onion add a nice flavor, and the quinoa is cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Paula Hall
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I was looking for a healthy and easy quinoa recipe, and this one fit the bill perfectly. The quinoa was cooked perfectly, and the peas and onion added a nice flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Phulmohad Ansari
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This quinoa dish is a great healthy option for a quick and easy meal. I love the addition of peas and onion, which add a nice pop of flavor. The quinoa is also cooked perfectly, and the herbs add a nice touch of flavor.


Ramjan Bepari
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I'm not usually a fan of quinoa, but this dish was surprisingly good. The peas and onion added a lot of flavor, and the quinoa was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Gesi Rodriguez
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This recipe was a great way to use up some leftover quinoa. I added some chopped carrots and celery, and it turned out really well. The quinoa was cooked perfectly, and the vegetables were tender and flavorful.


aaron mangum
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I've made this quinoa dish several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of peas, onion, and herbs is simple but so tasty. I often add some chopped nuts or dried fruit for extra texture and flavor.


Anna Bella
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Easy to follow recipe, and the end result was delicious! I used frozen peas, and they worked great. The quinoa was fluffy and flavorful. Will definitely make this again.


Md Bakyer Gazi
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This quinoa dish was a hit with my family! The flavors of the peas, onion, and herbs blended perfectly, and the quinoa was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.