Quinoa with paprika and cumin

Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) is a grain native to South America and makes a great side dish for lean meats and seafood.
Yield: 6 servings
Serving size: ½ cup quinoa

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon paprika, or try smoked paprika for a unique flavor
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin

Directions

  1. Rinse quinoa in a fine mesh colander.
  2. Place all ingredients in a saucepan with two cups of water. Cover.
  3. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  4. Reduce heat. Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or until all water is absorbed.
  5. Serve immediately, or refrigerate to reheat later.

Nutrition information

Calories 107; total fat 2 g; saturated fat 0 g; cholesterol 0 mg; sodium 103 mg; total fiber 2 g; protein 4 g; carbohydrates 20 g; potassium 212 mg.
Recipes courtesy of "Keep the Beat Recipes" from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute.