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Rice and Quinoa with Raisins and Almonds

I adapted this recipe to meet some random cravings I was having as well as to add protein and to make it vegetarian.

Ingredients:
1 Tbsp olive oil
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
3/4 cup uncooked white rice
1/4 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed
1/4 cup raisins
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
1/4 cup sliced (or chopped) almonds
salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
Heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and sautee them until transparent. Stir in rice, quinoa, raisins and broth. Bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice and quinoa are cooked through. Stir in the almonds before serving.

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Thank you for reading,
Julie

2 comments:

  1. Michelle RobbleeJanuary 4, 2012 at 9:20 AM

    I have never made quinoa...but think I need to!  This recipe looks good.

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  2. buildsewreapJanuary 4, 2012 at 9:31 AM

    It is so easy and so good for you. I've read it is considered a perfect protein. We're vegetarian so it is a staple in our house. I buy it in the bulk section at the grocery store or at Costco. A little goes a long way.

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