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Carrot and Raisin Quinoa
  (311 ratings) Nutrition Information:
Calories: 99Protein: 4 g Carbs: 19 g Fat: 1 g Saturated Fat: 0 g Sodium: 81 mg Fiber: 2 g
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Shredded carrots and raisins add a little crunch and sweetness to this otherwise savory dish.
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Ingredients:
1 cup uncooked quinoa
1 1/3 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
1/2 cup green onions, chopped
Lowfat cooking spray
2 3/4 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons chicken-flavored bouillon granules
1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup shredded carrot
2 tablespoons raisins, chopped
1 1/3 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
1/2 cup green onions, chopped
Lowfat cooking spray
2 3/4 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons chicken-flavored bouillon granules
1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup shredded carrot
2 tablespoons raisins, chopped
Directions:
| 1 | Wash the Quinoa thoroughly to remove its bitter coating, drain and set aside. |
| 2 | Sauté mushrooms and green onions in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat for 5 minutes or until tender. Set aside. |
| 3 | Bring 2 3/4 cups water, bouillon cubes, lemon rind and thyme to a boil in a large saucepan. Add quinoa and carrot. Cook 10 to 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. |
| 4 | Stir in raisins and mushroom mixture. Serving Size: 1/2 cup. |
| 5 | ENJOY! |
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