Quinoa and Chard Skillet
from Tiffany at eatathomecooks.com
Servings: 3 to 4
Calories: 378kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 onion chopped
- 4 cloves garlic crushed
- 1 bunch swiss chard chopped
- 1 Tbs. capers optional
- ¼-½ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
- salt & pepper
- 2 Tbs. fresh herbs chopped - parsley or basil
- 2 Tbs. lemon juice
- 15 oz. can chickpeas drained and rinsed
Instructions
- Cook the quinoa in vegetable broth by boiling the water in a saucepan and adding the quinoa.
- Reduce the heat to simmer and cover loosely for 15 minutes, until the water has been absorbed.
- In a large skillet cook the onion and garlic over medium heat, adding a bit of water if it begins to stick.
- When the onion is soft, add the chard to the skillet, along with a bit more water to keep it from sticking.
- Cover and let the chard begin to wilt.
- Cook for about 15 minutes, until the chard is tender and wilted.
- Stir in the capers, if using and the remaining ingredients.
- Stir the cooked quinoa and chickpeas into the skillet.
Nutrition
Serving: 3to 4 | Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 702mg | Potassium: 1006mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 6497IU | Vitamin C: 42mg | Calcium: 154mg | Iron: 7mg