Quinoa with Asian Flavors

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon chili paste
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Reduce heat to low and stir in quinoa. Simmer for 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
2. Meanwhile, heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ginger and garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the bell pepper and onion and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes, or until the vegetables are just tender. Add the cooked quinoa, peanuts, soy sauce, honey, and chili paste and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes, or until heated through.
3. Remove from heat and stir in the cilantro. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Quinoa is a complete protein, meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids.
• Quinoa is high in fiber and is a good source of iron and magnesium.
• Sesame oil is a good source of healthy fats and vitamin E.
• Ginger is a powerful anti-inflammatory that can help reduce joint pain and improve digestion.