Quinoa Stir Fry W/ Spinach and Walnuts

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa (measured dry)
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic clove
• 1/2 cup walnut pieces
• baby spinach leaves
• 1 cup grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes
• 1/2 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated
• fresh basil leaf (to garnish) (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   Place quinoa in small bowl, add water to cover, and swish to rinse. Pour into mesh strainer and drain well.

2. 2

   Heat oil in medium skillet. Add quinoa. Toast, stirring, over medium heat until golden (about 10 minutes) Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add salt and 2 cups of water. Heat to boil. Cover and cook over medium-low heat until water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.

3. 3

   Spread walnuts in small skillet and stir over medium-low heat until toasted, about 5 minutes. Set aside.

4. 4

   When quinoa is cooked, add spinach and tomatoes to skillet. Stir fry over medium heat until spinach is almost wilted and tomatoes are warmed, about 1 minute. Stir in walnuts and cheese. Garnish with basil. Serve warm.