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Quinoa with Lemon and Herbs

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Quinoa with lemon and herbs is a fresh, light, and protein-rich side dish that combines fluffy quinoa with zesty lemon and fragrant herbs. It’s naturally gluten-free, vegan, and perfect warm or chilled.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water or low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, dill, basil, or mint)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water for 30 seconds using a fine-mesh strainer.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water or broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.
  3. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let cool slightly.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour the dressing over the quinoa and toss to coat evenly.
  6. Stir in the chopped fresh herbs. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.

Notes

  • Use broth instead of water for extra flavor.
  • Let the quinoa cool slightly before adding herbs to preserve their color and freshness.
  • This dish tastes even better after sitting for a few hours as the flavors meld.
  • Great for meal prep—make a big batch and enjoy all week.
  • Try different herb combinations to change up the flavor profile.

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