GREEK STYLE QUINOA
Quinoa is a great grain to have around; it’s the only plant source of complete
protein so is perfect for vegetarian and vegan dishes. This salad can be changed
up depending on who’s coming over, and can be an entrée as well. To serve 8,
you’ll need:
1 ½ C. quinoa
2 C. vegetable or chicken stock or water
¼ finely chopped red onion
1 C. sliced pitted Kalamata olives
½ C. crumbled feta cheese
½ C. toasted pine nuts
1 small zucchini, sliced into ribbons or finely diced
1 C. grape tomatoes, halved
3-4 Tb. olive oil
3 Tb. fresh lemon juice
Large handful fresh oregano, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Cook and cool the quinoa, then add the rest of the ingredients. You can get
creative here and add ½ c. soaked and drained raisins, some chopped cooked
chicken, or even some cubed firm tofu if you want. The cool thing is quinoa is a
complete protein, so this can be lunch, dinner, or a fine accompaniment. Enjoy
with a crisp white wine – good stuff!