Quinoa with wilted spinach
36
- Makes4 Servings
Roberto Caruso
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tbsp chopped capers
1/8 tsp hot-red-chili-flakes
1/4 tsp salt
227-g pkg spinach
3/4 cup quinoa
lemon zest, from 1 lemon
pepper, to season
1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
Heat a large non-stick frying pan over medium. Add 1 tbsp olive oil, then 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp chopped capers, 1/8 tsp hot-red-pepper flakes and 1/4 tsp salt. Cook for 1 min. Add 227-g pkg spinach, trimmed and coarsely chopped. Cook, stirring occasionally, until wilted, about 2 min. Stir in 3/4 cup cooked quinoa and zest from 1 lemon until heated through. Remove from heat. Season with pepper. Toss with 1 tbsp lemon juice just before serving.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories 70, Protein 3g, Carbohydrates 7g, Fat 4g, Fibre 2g, Sodium 245mg.
This recipe makes a great packed lunch or a satisfying side dish. For a meat option, try adding sliced chicken.
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