Garlic Lemon Quinoa with Vegetables
A quick and easy, gluten-free side for busy nights.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time8 minutes mins
Total Time13 minutes mins
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2 people
Calories:
Author: Cheryl Bennett
- 1 package Sprout's Quinoa Duo
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/2 lemon juiced
- 1 1/2 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup bell pepper diced
- 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms sautéed
- 1/2 cup green beans cooked
- 1/4 cup red cabbage thinly sliced
- 1 tsp salt kosher
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup parmesan grated (optional)
In a small bowl, combine 1 clove minced garlic with the juice of half a lemon. Stir in 1 ½ Tbsp honey. Set aside.
In a medium sauté pan over medium heat, combine one package of organic quinoa duo with 1 tsp. salt and ½ tsp. black pepper.
Add ¼ cup diced bell pepper, ¼ cup sautéed mushrooms, ½ cup cooked, chopped green beans and ¼ cup sliced red cabbage.
Stir to combine and cook for 5 - 7 minutes to heat through.
Drizzle honey garlic lemon sauce over quinoa and vegetable mixture. Stir to combine and top with parmesan cheese, if using. Serve warm.