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Quinoa with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Apples and Scallions

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Quinoa is tossed with sun-dried tomatoes, apples and scallions in a garlicky lemon vinaigrette to create this simple, protein-packed dish.
Quina with Sun Dried Tomatoes, Apples and Scallions - The Lemon BowlI love quinoa because it is an affordable, plant-based source of protein that is naturally gluten free and full of fiber. That being said, until recently, I thought I hated it! As it turns out, I just didn’t know how to prepare it properly. The truth is, quinoa is extremely versatile. It is a blank canvas that can be used in soups, salads, stir-fries, desserts and more.

Quinoa with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Apples and Scallions - The Lemon BowlTo achieve quinoa nirvana, it requires a bit of doctoring.

Here are my tips for creating delicious quinoa dishes:

1. Toast and Rinse Quinoa: A secret to cooking quinoa is to rinse it and lightly toast it in a little olive oil before cooking it. If you want to add even more flavor, swap out vegetable or chicken stock for water during the cooking process

2. Season Properly: Salt is your friend when it comes to cooking quinoa. Or any food from scratch for that matter. Remember, no matter how much salt you add when cooking at home you are always going to wind up with less sodium than anything you order in a restaurant or make from a box.

3. Add Texture: Quinoa can be a bit mushy on it’s own. I love combining it with various ingredients to add contrasting textures. Crunchy apples, chewy sun-dried tomatoes and fresh herbs all add texture to this dish.

Caprese Quinoa Salad - The Lemon BowlWant more delicious quinoa recipes? Check out these other tasty ideas:

Quinoa Caprese Salad from The Lemon Bowl
Hummus Quinoa Cakes from The Lemon Bowl

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Quinoa with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Apples and Scallions - The Lemon Bowl

Quinoa with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Apples and Scallions

Course: Side
Cuisine: American
Keyword: quinoa
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 274kcal
Author: Liz Della Croce
Quinoa is tossed with sun-dried tomatoes, apples and scallions in a garlicky lemon vinaigrette to create this simple, protein-packed dish.
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa prepared according to package instructions
  • 1 apple diced
  • 12 pieces sun-dried tomatoes minced
  • 1/2 cup scallions minced
  • 1/4 cup parsley minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 juice of lemon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, toss together cooked quinoa with diced apples, sun-dried tomatoes, scallions and parsley.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, grated garlic, salt and pepper. Drizzle vinaigrette over the quinoa mixture and toss well to combine.
  • Serve immediately or store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Quinoa with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Apples and Scallions
Amount Per Serving
Calories 274 Calories from Fat 86
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9.6g 15%
Saturated Fat 0.9g 5%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.7g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 714mg 30%
Total Carbohydrates 40.8g 14%
Dietary Fiber 5.3g 21%
Sugars 6.7g
Protein 8.1g 16%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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  2. Tina Muir

    February 12, 2014 at 8:38 am

    Wow love that combination! I am addicted to quinoa, I love the tang of sun dried tomatoes….and with apples too! Yum yum yum! You know how to work your flavors! This is wonderful! Pinning right now!

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  5. Sarah Cruze

    February 11, 2014 at 7:37 am

    Interesting combo! Love your secret tip for cooking quinoa. So for the link you have listed below for the Quinoa Granola, have you tried rinsing & toasting before baking or do you just leave the quinoa uncooked as it says to? I’m confused. But really want to add quinoa into my diet & I eat homemade granola everyday.

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  6. Anna K

    February 11, 2014 at 7:33 am

    Sounds great but could you specify “toasting”? Never
    encountered this term used this way.
    Also quinoa was getting bad press in the
    mainstream media for hiking prices so much that
    Andean farmers couldn’t afford to eat what had been
    their main staple. But I did a little digging and found a
    much more balanced piece on slate.com. Not black and
    white–the income helps them greatly as well. Sounds
    more like an economic growing pain.

    Reply

  11. Lori @ Foxes Love Lemons

    February 10, 2014 at 10:01 am

    Hi Liz! Fellow Michigan-based food blogger (and lemon lover) just stopping by to say hello :) Great post – I was always sort of “meh” about quinoa until I learned to rinse and toast it. It really does make such a huge difference. So worth the extra effort.

    Reply

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