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Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

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Prep Time 30 min
Total Time 1 hr 50 min
Servings 4

Ingredients

1: cup uncooked quinoa

2: cups roasted garlic-seasoned chicken broth (from two 14-oz cans)

1/2: cup chopped drained roasted red bell peppers (from 7-oz jar)

1/2: cup cubed provolone cheese

1/4: cup chopped kalamata olives

2: tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves

2: tablespoons fat-free Italian dressing

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Directions

1 Rinse quinoa under cold water 1 minute; drain.
2 In 2-quart saucepan, heat quinoa and broth to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes or until quinoa is tender; drain. Cool completely, about 45 minutes.
3 In large serving bowl, toss quinoa and remaining ingredients. Serve immediately, or refrigerate 1 to 2 hours before serving.

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Expert Tips

Quinoa is a popular grain in South American cuisine and is gaining popularity in the states. Its nutrition profile is impressive because it is a complete protein.

Cooking grains in chicken broth or vegetable broth adds to the overall flavor of the dish. You can also cook the quinoa in 2 cups water with 1/2 teaspoon salt.

Serve a scoop of this savory salad on a lettuce leaf. Add a slice of crusty French bread and 3/4 cup of fresh raspberries for dessert to raise the Carbohydrate Choices to 3 1/2.

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NUTRITION INFORMATION PER SERVING

Serving Size: 1 Serving

Calories: 260
Calories from Fat: 80),

% Daily Value

Total Fat: 9g; 9%
(Saturated Fat 3 1/2g, 3 1/2% Trans Fat 0g 0% ),
Cholesterol: 10mg; 10%;
Sodium: 820mg; 820%;
Total Carbohydrate: 33g; 33%
(Dietary Fiber 3g 3% Sugars 5g 5% ),
Protein: 12g; 12%

% Daily Value*:

Vitamin A: 30%;
Vitamin C: 70%;
Calcium: 15%;
Iron: 25%;

Exchanges:

1 1/2 Starch; 0 Fruit; 1/2 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 0 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 0 Lean Meat; 1 High-Fat Meat; 0 Fat;

Carbohydrate Choices:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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Posted 12/14/2011 11:32:37 AM REPORT ABUSE monita79 said:

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Oh my God, this is sooo good! I wasnt sure how it would taste all together, because the flavours of each ingredient are so strong, but it is delicious! Especially the taste of basil and italian dressing gives it a little kick and adds freshness.

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