This protein-rich side dish is loaded with flavor and quick to prepare! Nutritious GOYA® Organic Quinoa is simmered beautifully with recaíto and orange juice. Then, plump and nutty GOYA® Chick Peas are stirred in, along with fresh mint, parsley and hazelnuts. Enjoy this delicious medley of fresh spring tastes!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon GOYA® Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons GOYA® Recaito
- 1 cup GOYA® Organic Quinoa
- ¾ cup orange juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 (15.5 ounce) can GOYA® Chick Peas, rinsed and drained
- ½ cup mint leaves, chopped
- ½ cup parsley leaves, chopped
- 1/3 cup toasted hazelnuts or pistachios, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Combine oil, Recaito, quinoa, orange juice, salt and 3/4 cup water to boil. Simmer covered over medium-low heat, until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is tender, 20 minutes. Stir in chick peas. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Stir in mint, parsley and hazelnuts.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 168 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat6g | 8% |
Saturated Fat1g | 3% |
Sodium392mg | 17% |
Total Carbohydrate23g | 8% |
Dietary Fiber3g | 10% |
Total Sugars3g | |
Protein6g | |
Vitamin C24mg | 120% |
Calcium37mg | 3% |
Iron2mg | 12% |
Potassium304mg | 6% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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