Quinoa, an excellent source of protein that counts toward your whole-grain goal, is the base for this citrusy side. Be sure to use fresh mint leaves—dried mint won’t provide the flavor boost you want for this dish.
Recipe information
Yield
Serves 4; 1/2 cup per serving
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
In a small saucepan, stir together the orange juice, water, and quinoa. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from the heat. Fluff the quinoa with a fork. Let stand, covered, for 10 minutes.
Step 2
Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, stir together the oil and lemon juice. Stir in the remaining ingredients except the feta. Set aside.
Step 3
When the quinoa is ready, use a fork to lightly stir it into the oil mixture. Gently fold in the feta. Serve at room temperature.
Nutrition information
Step 4
(Per serving)
Step 5
Calories: 139
Step 6
Total fat: 3.5g
Step 7
Saturated: 1.0g
Step 8
Trans: 0.0g
Step 9
Polyunsaturated: 1.0g
Step 10
Monounsaturated: 1.5g
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Cholesterol: 3mg
Step 12
Sodium: 129mg
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Carbohydrates: 23g
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Fiber: 2g
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Sugars: 6g
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Protein: 5g
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Calcium: 74mg
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Potassium: 242mg
Dietary Exchanges
Step 19
1 starch
Step 20
1/2 fruit
Step 21
1/2 fat
