Southwestern Quinoa Sautée with Cilantro Vinaigrette
Bring water or broth to a boil in a medium saucepan then add quinoa and salt. Cover and reduce heat to low and simmer 15 to 20 minutes until quinoa is tender and translucent. Drain and set aside. Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add Earth Balance Olive Oil Spread, garlic and onion and sautée 5 to 6 minutes, until onion softens. Add corn, peppers, beans, cumin and chile powder and continue cooking 5 to 6 minutes. Adjust seasonings to taste. Stir in quinoa and cook until heated through. Divide between 4 to 6 plates and serve warm drizzled with cilantro vinaigrette.
Serves 4 to 6
Directions
Bring water or broth to a boil in a medium saucepan then add quinoa and salt. Cover and reduce heat to low and simmer 15 to 20 minutes until quinoa is tender and translucent. Drain and set aside. Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add Earth Balance Olive Oil Spread, garlic and onion and sautée 5 to 6 minutes, until onion softens. Add corn, peppers, beans, cumin and chile powder and continue cooking 5 to 6 minutes. Adjust seasonings to taste. Stir in quinoa and cook until heated through. Divide between 4 to 6 plates and serve warm drizzled with cilantro vinaigrette.
Serves 4 to 6
