Stir Fried Asparagus With Quinoa |
Course : Asparagus
Serves: 4 |
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Ingredients:
---Quinoa - |
1 cup quinoa |
2 cups water |
---Asparagus - |
1 pound fresh asparagus - wash; slice diagonally into 2 inch pieces |
2 teaspoons olive oil |
1 teaspoon salt -- to taste |
1 teaspoon pepper -- to taste |
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Preparation / Directions:
Quinoa - Quinoa is a grain that is a good source of protein, calcium, and iron. It can be found in most health food stores. Rinse quinoa in cool water. Bring 2 cups water to a boil. Add quinoa and simmer for 15 min.
Heat oil in a medium frying pan. Add asparagus and salt and pepper. Stir constantly until asparagus is tender but still somewhat crisp (approximately 5 minutes)
Combine quinoa and asparagus or serve separately if desired.
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Nutritional Information:
200 calories 35 g carbohydrate 5.5 g fiber 24 g protein 4 g fat |
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