Monday, July 23, 2012

Broccoli-Cashew Quinoa


1 Tbsp. coconut oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small red onion, finely diced
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
2 cups broth
1 Tbsp. white wine vinegar
1 Tbsp. honey
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 cup quinoa, uncooked
1/2 tsp. salt
4-6 cups broccoli
1 cup cashew pieces

Heat oil over medium heat in a saucepan and saute onion and garlic for 3 minutes.

Combine sun-dried tomatoes and broth in blender.  Blend until smooth  Pour into onion and garlic saucepan then add vinegar, honey and lemon juice; mix and bring to a boil.  Stir in quinoa and salt.  Reduce heat and simmer covered for about 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is tender.

Meanwhile, steam broccoli.  Serve quinoa with steamed broccoli and cashew pieces.

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