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Quinoa Rice Side Dish Recipe

A simple and nutritious side dish combining quinoa and rice.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 1 cup rice rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions 

  1. 1. Rinse quinoa and rice under cold water.
  2. 2. In a saucepan, combine quinoa, rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil.
  3. 3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until water is absorbed.
  4. 4. Remove from heat, let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
  5. 5. Fluff with a fork and stir in olive oil before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 3g | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1.5mg

Keywords

Healthy, Quinoa, Rice
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