Diet - Quinoa w/ Arugula & Parmesan Cheese

Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah), native to Peru, is much like wheat. Its subtle nutty flavor pairs well with a wide range of seasonings. This dish can be served as a side or the main course. To serve this dish as a main course, just double the portions.


Ingredients
1 T. olive oil
½ C. onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 C. quinoa
2 ¼ C. vegetable broth
2 C. arugula, chopped and stemmed
1 small carrot, peeled and finely shredded
½ C. fresh shiitake mushrooms, thinly sliced
¼ C. grated Parmesan cheese
½ tsp. salt
¼ tsp. freshly ground black pepper


Directions
In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and quinoa and cook for about 1 minute, stirring occasionally. Add the vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the quinoa is almost tender to the bite but slightly hard in the center, about 12 minutes. Stir in the arugula, shredded carrot and mushrooms. Simmer until the quinoa turns from white to translucent, about 2 minutes. Stir in the cheese and season with the salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

Serves 6. Fat: 3g, Calories: 147

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