Gingery Quinoa with Green Beans
Fresh green beans work well when they’re in season. If they’re not, try frozen in this recipe that combines a whole grains and veggies into one satisfying and eye-catching dish.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Values are per serving · Serving Size: 1 Cup
218
Calories
7g
Protein
28g
Carbs
9g
Fat
5g
Fiber
3g
Sugar
300mg
Sodium
Saturated Fat 1 g · Cholesterol 0 mg
Rings show one serving as a share of a 2,000 calorie reference day. In the Nutrola app they fill against your own goals.
Ingredients
quinoa
1 cup · uncooked
water or low-sodium broth
1 1/2 cups
green beans
2 cups · trimmed into 1" pieces
olive oil or cooking oil
1 tablespoon
sesame oil
1 tablespoon
reduced sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons
lemon juice
2 1/2 tablespoons
ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
- 1
Wash hands with soap and water.
- 2
Toast quinoa in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly for about 3 minutes.
- 3
Transfer toasted quinoa to a medium pot and add water or broth.
- 4
Bring to a boil, then let simmer until all of the water is absorbed and quinoa is tender (10 to 15 minutes).
- 5
Set aside and leave uncovered to cool.
- 6
While quinoa is cooling, place green beans in a microwave-safe dish. Add a small amount of water, cover, and microwave for 4-6 minutes or until just tender.
- 7
Rinse green beans in cold water to stop the cooking process.
- 8
In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, green beans, olive oil or cooking oil, sesame oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, and ground ginger. Stir well.
- 9
Season with salt and pepper, as needed.
- 10
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Source: USDA MyPlate Kitchen · Bronson Wellness Center Bronson Healthcare - Michigan
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