Quinoa Salad with Artichokes and Parsley

By Katecooks

Calories 83
Fat 2.8 g
Satfat 0.3 g
Monofat 1.4 g
Polyfat 0.6 g
Protein 3 g
Carbohydrate 12.4 g
Fiber 3.5 g
Cholesterol 0.0 mg
Iron 1.2 mg
Sodium 135 mg
Calcium 39 mg

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup chopped spring or sweet onion
• 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
• 1 (9-ounce) package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed
• 1 cup fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth
• 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
• 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 5 teaspoons grated lemon rind
• 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and thyme; sauté 5 minutes or until onion is tender. Add artichokes; sauté 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Add broth and quinoa; bring to a simmer. Cover and cook 18 minutes or until liquid is completely absorbed.

2. Remove pan from heat. Stir in parsley, rind, juice, and salt. Serve warm or at room temperature.