Quinoa with Herbs

I adapted this from the April issue of Everyday with Rachael Ray Magazine. This came out great. I omitted the pine nuts and olives.

                     *  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                            Quinoa with Herbs

Recipe By     : adapted from Everyday with Rachael Ray, April 2009
Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Side Dishes

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      tb            extra-virgin olive oil
     1/2  small         onion -- finely chopped
   1      clove         garlic -- finely chopped
   1      cup           quinoa -- soaked & drained
                        salt
     1/3  cup           fresh basil leaves -- julienne strips
     1/3  cup           cilantro leaves, whole -- julienne strips
     1/3  cup           flat-leaf parsley -- finely chopped

In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over MED heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring often, until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the quinoa and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.

Stir in 2 cups water; season with salt and pepper and bring to a boil over HIGH heat. Lower the heat, cover and simmer until the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes. Add the herbs and toss with a fork to combine; season with salt and serve.

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 RisaG