Quinoa Blend With Fresh Spinach, Tomato And Garlic

 
Roasted Red Pepper & Basil
Meatless
 

Ingredients

  1. 1 package NEAR EAST® Roasted Red Pepper & Basil Quinoa Blend
  2. 1 3/4 cups water
  3. 2 garlic cloves, minced
  4. 1 teaspoon olive oil
  5. 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  6. 1 cup lightly packed fresh baby spinach leaves
  7. 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved

Preparation Instructions

  1. In medium saucepan combine quinoa/brown rice blend, water, garlic, olive oil and oregano; bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat to medium-low; add contents of Spice Sack and stir well.
  3. Boil gently for 14-17 minutes or until water is absorbed.
  4. Remove from heat; stir in spinach and tomatoes. Cover and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with fork before serving.
About 2 (1-cup) servings
5 Minutes
25 Minutes

Variations

Make this an easy main dish by stirring in 1 cup cooked, diced chicken or turkey in Step 4 before stand time.