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Prep time: 15 minutes, Cook time: 15 minutes, Serves 4 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup Organic Apple Juice 1/4 tsp. cinnamon 1/8 tsp. cloves 1/2 cup Organic Quinoa, rinsed 1 large red delicious apple, cored, chopped and un-pared 2 tsp. lemon juice 1/2 cup Organic Raisins 1 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup plain low fat yogurt Chopped Walnuts or Pecans (optional) Bring water, apple juice, cinnamon and cloves to a boil in a medium covered saucepan. Add rinsed quinoa, return to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and cool. When quinoa is chilled, mix it with apple, lemon juice, raisins, celery and yogurt. Sprinkle with chopped nuts and serve. Other Quinoa Cooking Tips Quinoa is an ideal substitute for rice, bulgar or couscous. For added flavor, cook in chicken broth instead of water. For a nutty flavor, toast quinoa before cooking. To toast, put quinoa in a non-stick saute pan with or without a small amount of oil. Heat to medium and stir constantly until golden brown in color. (It will pop while it toasts). Create a simple and delicious side dish for any meal by adding any of the following to cooked quinoa: sautéed onions; green pepper; mushrooms; toasted almonds, peanuts or other nuts; raisins or chopped dates; chopped parsley, cilantro or other herbs. |
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