Quick cooking, high in protein, and loaded with flavor, quinoa will become your go-to grain, whether cleansing or not. This recipe is packed with antioxidants and nutrients to get you through your detox with strength. Prep tip: Brew the tea lightly so that it does not turn the quinoa bitter during cooking.
Green Tea-Scented Quinoa with Corn
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Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa washed very well
- 2 cups lightly brewed green tea
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1/4 cup fresh or frozen organic corn kernels
- 1/2 cup very finely diced scallion
- 1 clove fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup very finely diced carrot
- 3-4 sprigs parsley, coarsely chopped
- 2 teaspoons flaxseed oil
- 1-2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 small handful broccoli sprouts
Instructions
- Place quinoa and brewed green tea in a saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil. Add salt, corn, scallion, garlic, and carrot; reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until all liquid is absorbed, about 15–18 minutes.
- Add parsley, flaxseed oil, and lemon juice; fluff with a fork. Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with broccoli sprouts.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition Facts
Green Tea-Scented Quinoa with Corn
Amount Per Serving
Calories 201
% Daily Value*
Sodium 99mg
4%
Total Carbohydrates 34g
11%
Dietary Fiber 4g
16%
Protein 6g
12%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
PER SERVING: 201 cal, 21% fat cal, 5g fat, 1g sat fat, 0mg chol, 6g protein, 34g carb, 4g fiber, 99mg sodium
