Weight Loss Recipes - Carrot and Raisin Quinoa


Carrot and Raisin Quinoa
(makes 8 servings)

Ingredients:Nutrition Facts for Carrot and Raisin Quinoa
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1 cup uncooked quinoa

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1 1/3 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced

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1/2 cup green onions, chopped

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Lowfat cooking spray

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2 3/4 cups water

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1 1/2 teaspoons chicken-flavored bouillon granules

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1 teaspoon grated lemon rind

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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

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1 cup shredded carrot

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2 tablespoons raisins, chopped

Directions:
1.

Wash the Quinoa thoroughly to remove its bitter coating, drain and set aside.

2.

Sauté mushrooms and green onions in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat for 5 minutes or until tender. Set aside.

3.

Bring 2 3/4 cups water, bouillon cubes, lemon rind and thyme to a boil in a large saucepan. Add quinoa and carrot. Cook 10 to 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.

4.Stir in raisins and mushroom mixture.

TEXT VERSION OF NUTRITION FACTS:
Serving Size: 1/2 cup (56 g)
Servings Per Recipe: 8
Amount per serving
Calories99
Calories from fat12
Total Fat1 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Sodium81 mg
Total Carbohydrates19 g
Dietary Fiber2 g
Sugars0 g
Protein4 g
Vitamin A80%
Vitamin C4%
Calcium2%
Iron15%

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