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Saffron Quinoa

A perfect, flavorful side
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: California
Keyword: Quinoa
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 157kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 pinch saffron about 20 threads
  • 1 cube vegetable bouillon or 1 tsp

Instructions

  • First, heat just a bit more than 2 cups water in a medium saucepan, until it's fairly warm, but not boiling. Turn off the heat.
  • Crush the saffron on a plate or non-porous surface, then add to the water and let it steep for 5 minutes. Add the bouillon cube and stir.
  • Add the 1 cup quinoa and bring to a rapid boil and add a little pepper. Cover and turn the heat to very low. Let this sit for 15 minutes or so, and then stir and check that most of the water has been absorbed. If the qunioa is cooked, but there is some water left, you can leave the lid off and allow moisture to evaporate.

Nutrition

Calories: 157kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 239mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 9IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 2mg