Makes 6 portions

Ingredients:
1 cup raw quinoa2 cups vegetable stock1 large clove garlic1 med bay leaf1 tsp. fresh ground pepper1 tsp. salt
Finish with1 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice2 Tbsp fresh chopped mint leaves1 cup small diced seedless cucumbers1/2 cup small diced red onion

Method:
1. Place the quinoa in a large sieve and rinse under running water for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the water runs clear.
2. Place stock, garlic, bay leaf, pepper, and salt in a heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil over med high heat.
3. Add the quinoa and return to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the quinoa looks glassy or translucent and starts to open up. About 15 minutes.
4. Remove from heat. Let it sit for about 10 minutes.
(*The quinoa can be frozen at this point for future use if desired.)
5. Stir in the olive oil, lemon juice, fresh mint, cucumber, and red onion with a fork fluffing up the grains as you toss it lightly.

Per portion:
Calories 188Fat 5gProtein 6gCarbohydrates 30gDietary Fiber 3g

To Serve
Place a large spoonful of quinoa in middle of plate. Lay a salmon filet on top and then garnish with fresh mint and slice of lemon if desired. This can be eaten warm or chilled.

posted by Deanna  # 6:48 PM