Quinoa, Spinach and Walnut Stir-Fry
Submitted by Sue Lowes on Feb 08, 2013

Stir fry that includes Quinoa and nuts and vegetables.

Servings:
4

Complexity:   
Easy

Total Time:
30 minutes

Ingredients:
1 cup quinoa
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups water
5 ounces fresh baby spinach
1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, cut into halves
1/2 cup walnut pieces, toasted
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Basil leaves (optional)

Directions:
1. Place quinoa in small bowl, add water to cover, and swish to rinse. Pour into fine mesh strainer and drain well.
2. Heat oil in large skillet. Add quinoa. Cook, stirring, over medium heat until golden, about 10 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add salt and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and cook over medium-low until water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
3. Add spinach and tomatoes. Cook over medium heat until spinach is wilted and tomatoes are warmed, about 1 minute. Stir in walnuts and cheese. Garnish with basil leaves.