I threw this together one morning when I wanted to use up some leftover quinoa, and it was so good I wrote it down quickly, before I forgot how I'd done it! Vary it with whatever fruit you have on hand, but I really like this combination of crunchy and citrusy.
(To cook quinoa, I add one part quinoa to two parts water, bring to a boil, and boil gently, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes. Some people use more water, some less. Just make sure water is absorbed and quinoa is soft and fluffy. You can add salt if you want.)
Mix fruit and chopped mint in a medium to large bowl. Add quinoa and toss gently. That's it!
Feel free to vary the fruits, but go heavy on the citrus, which works well with mint. The apple gives it a nice crunch; if you don't have one, consider throwing in a few slivered almonds. Banana does not work well in this recipe; too mushy.
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Serving Size: 1 Serving (127g) | ||
Recipe Makes: 4 Servings | ||
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Calories: 144 | ||
Calories from Fat: 20 (14%) | ||
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Amt Per Serving | % DV | |
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Total Fat 2.2g | 3 % | |
Saturated Fat 0g | 0 % | |
Monounsaturated Fat 0g | ||
Polyunsanturated Fat 0g | ||
Cholesterol 0mg | 0 % | |
Sodium 8.1mg | 0 % | |
Potassium 211.2mg | 6 % | |
Total Carbohydrate 26.2g | 8 % | |
Dietary Fiber 3.4g | 14 % | |
Sugars, other 22.8g | ||
Protein 5g | 7 % | |
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Calories per serving: 144
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