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Quinoa With Paprika and Cumin

quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) is a grain native to South America and makes a great side dish for lean meats and seafood

20 minutes
6 servings
Public domain source

Gather

Ingredients

  • 1 C quinoa
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp paprika (or try smoked paprika for a unique flavor)
  • ½ tsp ground cumin

Make it

Method

  1. 1

    Rinse quinoa in a fine mesh colander.

  2. 2

    Place all ingredients in a saucepan with 2 cups of water. Cover.

  3. 3

    Bring to a boil over high heat.

  4. 4

    Reduce heat. Simmer for 10–15 minutes or until all water is absorbed.

  5. 5

    Serve immediately, or refrigerate to reheat later.

Source & rights

Where this recipe comes from

Source: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute; National Institutes of Health; U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Keep the Beat Recipes: Deliciously Healthy Dinners. No government endorsement is implied.

This source recipe has been reformatted for Pantry Start but has not yet been kitchen-tested by our editors. Check current food-safety guidance and use your judgment.