Quinoa lemon

By blum099

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups quinoa, rinsed and drained
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 4 medium shallots, finely chopped
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 1 tbsp. chopped fresh thyme
• 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley

Preparation

Step 1

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Bring 2¾ cups water to a boil in a 2-qt. saucepan. Stir in quinoa, salt, and pepper; reduce heat to low. Cook, covered, until liquid is absorbed, about 25 minutes. Remove from heat; let sit 5 minutes; Uncover and fluff with a fork; keep warm.

2. Heat oil in a 2-qt. saucepan over medium heat; add shallots and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and golden, about 10 minutes. Stir in zest and juice and simmer for 1 minute; remove from heat.

3. Transfer the quinoa to a large bowl and stir in the shallot-lemon mixture, thyme, and parsley. Serve warm or at room temperature.