Quinoa Risotto with Spinach and Sun Dried Tomatoes
1TBS EVO
1/2 onion chopped
1 clove garlic minced
1 C quinoa rinsed
2 c chicken or vegetable stock
2 cups chopped stemmed spinach
1/2 C chopped sun dried tomatoes
1/2 C sliced fresh-mushrooms
1/4 C grated parmesan cheese
Optional salt and pepper
In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and mushrooms and saute until soft and translucent. Add garlic and quinoa cooking stirring for about 1 minute.
Add the stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer approximately 12 minutes. The mixture will be broth like. Stir in spinach, tomatoes and simmer approximately 2 more minutes.
Remove from heat, stir in cheese and optional salt and pepper.
Serves 4
Calories 147, Protein 8g, Carbs 23, Fat 3 Fiber 2g