Almond Quinoa with Cilantro & Scallions for 2

By lorik

Toast almonds in a small nonstick skillet until golden and fragrant, watching them carefully so they don’t burn.
Makes 2 servings
Total time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

• COMBINE:
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup dry quinoa
• STIR IN:
• 2 Tbsp. slivered almonds, toasted
• 2 Tbsp. each chopped fresh cilantro and scallions
• 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp. each kosher salt and black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Combine water and quinoa in a saucepan; prepare according to package directions. Fluff quinoa with a fork.

Stir in almonds, cilantro, scallions, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

Per serving: 200 cal; 6g total fat (1g sat); 0mg chol;
249mg sodium; 30g carb; 4g fiber; 8g protein