Latin Quinoa Recipe

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Latin Quinoa
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Directions:

  1. Toast quinoa in a large dry non-stick skillet over medium heat, stirring until it crackles and becomes aromatic, about 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer quinoa to a fine sieve and rinse thoroughly, until water runs clear.
  2. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and red pepper and cook, stirring often, until softened, 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. Add green chilies and garlic; cook, stirring for about 1 minute.
  4. Add chili powder and cumin; stir, cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  5. Add the quinoa, black beans and broth; bring to a simmer. Add dried cilantro if using.
  6. Reduce heat to maintain a gentle simmer, cover and cook until the quinoa is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, 20 to 30 minutes.
  7. Add pumpkin seeds, scallions, fresh cilantro (if using), lime juice and salt to the quinoa; mix gently to fluff quinoa and serve.
  8. NOTE: I buy organic roasted pumpkin seeds pre-packaged at the grocery store. To toast pumpkin seeds, toast in a small dry skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly for 3 to 5 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove immediately from pan and cool.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 222.28 Kcal (931 kJ)
Calories from fat 49.54 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.5g 8%
Cholesterol 0.82mg 0%
Sodium 434.8mg 18%
Potassium 502.34mg 11%
Total Carbs 36.52g 12%
Sugars 3.77g 15%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g 21%
Protein 7.82g 16%
Vitamin C 38.4mg 64%
Vitamin A 0.5mg 17%
Iron 11.3mg 63%
Calcium 52.2mg 5%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 120.14 Kcal (503 kJ)
Calories from fat 26.77 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.97g 8%
Cholesterol 0.44mg 0%
Sodium 235mg 18%
Potassium 271.5mg 11%
Total Carbs 19.74g 12%
Sugars 2.04g 15%
Dietary Fiber 2.81g 21%
Protein 4.23g 16%
Vitamin C 20.8mg 64%
Vitamin A 0.3mg 17%
Iron 6.1mg 63%
Calcium 28.2mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 4.1
    Points
  • 6
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free,
  • good source of fiber

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