Feta Pistachio Quinoa (Edit recipe)

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This fresh and refreshing Feta Pistachio Quinoa Salad pairs beautifully with a lean protein like chicken or fish.

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PREP TIME

10 minutes

COOK TIME

20 minutes

INGREDIENTS

Serves: 6

Ingredients

1 cup Tri-Color Quinoa
2 cups Chicken Stock, or Vegetable
.25 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
.25 cup Lemon Juice
1 Lemon zest
3 cloves Garlic, minced
.25 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
.5 tsp Kosher Salt
1 cup Cucumber, chopped
1 cup Grape Tomatoes, halved
.25 cup Parsley, chopped
.5 cup Feta Cheese, crumbles
.25 cup Roasted and Salted Pistachios, chopped

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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

In a medium saucepan, bring the stock to a boil. Add the Bob’s Red Mill Tri-Color Quinoa, give it a quick stir, and cover with a lid. Reduce the heat and cook for 12 minutes. After the elapsed time, turn off the heat and allow the quinoa to rest covered for 15 additional minutes.
To make the vinaigrette, combine extra virgin olive oil with the zest and juice of one lemon, minced garlic, crushed red pepper, and kosher salt. Test for seasoning levels and reserve for later.
Carefully halve the grape tomatoes and chop the cucumbers into equally sized pieces. Chop the fresh curly parsley, combine with the veggies, and reserve for later. Lastly, roughly chop the pistachios and crumble the feta.
When the quinoa has finished resting, add the vinaigrette while still warm. The heat will help mellow the raw taste of the garlic, and soak in the flavors. In a large bowl, toss all of the ingredients together until thoroughly combined. Add any additional seasonings, if needed.
This can be served warm or chilled, depending on your preference and preparation time. Enjoy!

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	305
Fat:	15 g
Carbohydrates:	31 g
Protein:	12 g
Cholesterol:	10 g
Sodium:	432 mg
Fiber:	3 g
Sugars:	2 g
Sugar Alcohol:	0 g
Calculated per serving.