Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredients |
|---|---|
| 3/4 cup | quinoa |
| 2 tbsp. | olive oil |
| 3 | scallions, thinly sliced |
| 3 cloves | garlic, minced |
| 2 1/2 cups | boiling water |
| 3/4 tsp. | salt |
| 1/4 tsp. | pepper |
| 1/3 cup | dried cherries (1 1/2 ounces) |
| 1/4 cup | pecans or walnuts, chopped (1 ounce) |
Directions
1. Place quinoa in a colander and rinse under cold running water. Drain well. 2. In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add scallions and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes or until scallions are tender. Stir in quinoa and cook 2 to 3 minutes or until lightly toasted. 3. Add boiling water, salt and pepper. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook 20 to 25 minutes or until quinoa is tender. Stir in cherries and pecans.
Source: www.wholehealthmd.com