Moroccan Quinoa Dish

Name: Moroccan Quinoa Dish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: olive oil; light butter; lemon; onion; dry quinoa; minced garlic; cumin; paprika; low sodium broth; diced tomatoes; spinach; green olives; sliced almonds; ground chicken

15 mins prepServes 4

A Moroccan inspired quinoa dish featuring a variety of flavors including olive oil, lemon, and spices. The dish can be made vegetarian by omitting the ground chicken and is a great healthy option for lunch or dinner.

4 servings

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1: Add the butter to a pan and heat on medium high. Brown lemon slices on each side, about 2-3 minutes each, and remove.

2: Add a spray of olive oil to a large pan and add ground chicken. Season with salt and pepper.

3: Once cooked through, remove from pan and add some olive oil.

4: Add chopped onion and garlic, and sauté for about 3 minutes before adding cumin and paprika, continuing to cook for about 2 more minutes, stirring frequently.

5: Stir in quinoa and toast for about 2-3 minutes.

6: Add can of diced tomatoes and broth. Stir and bring to a boil.

7: Reduce to simmer and cover until most of the liquid is absorbed - about 17 minutes.

8: Add in spinach and stir to wilt.

9: Add cooked meat and mix thoroughly. Cover for a few minutes to reheat.

10: Remove from heat, stir in almonds and top with sliced olives and caramelized lemon, and enjoy!

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