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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 (188g) Recipe makes 2 servings The following items or measurements are not included below: ham stock
Calories 247
Calories from Fat 76		(30%)
Amount Per Serving		%DV
	Total Fat 8.5g	13%
	Saturated Fat 4.0g	19%
	Monounsaturated Fat 2.2g
	Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
	Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 15mg		5%
Sodium 345mg		14%
Potassium 549mg		15%
Total Carbohydrate 38.3g		12%
	Dietary Fiber 4.8g	19%
	Sugars 4.3g
Protein 6.8g		13%
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Quinoa With Ham and Cranberries

Recipe #226326 | 40 min | 10 min prep | add private note

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By: Diana #2
May 4, 2007

Quinoa...where have you been all my life? This grain is a new discovery for me, and a wonderful one at that. I like to have foods high in protein, and this one is packed. This recipe can be used as a side, or as a meal. Very tasty. One of the best things about this wholesome concoction is that it is equally as good cold as it is warm. The ham can be substituted with chicken or shrimp for a change of taste. See Quinoa-Toasted for toasting instructions.

SERVES 2 (change servings and units)

Ingredients

1 cup ham stock, chicken and vegetable works well
1/4 cup ham, chopped
1/2 cup quinoa, toasted
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup zucchini, chopped
1/2 cup red pepper, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup dried cranberries

Directions

1
In a small saucepan, bring broth and ham to boil.
2
Add quinoa. Reduce heat and cover. Cook for 15 minutes or until all liquid has been absorbed.
3
In a frying pan, melt butter.
4
Add onion, zucchini, red pepper, salt, pepper and cayenne. Sauté until vegetables are tender/crisp.
5
Stir in the cooked quinoa and cranberries. Heat through.
6
Enjoy!

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From: LifeIsGood

On Dec 3, 2008

This was my first experience with quinoa and I was very pleased. I really lovedddddd the sauteed veggies mixed in with the quinoa. In fact, next time I will completely omit the use of ham. I thought the flavors were better served cold. Make sure you rinse the quinoa very well before toasting - this will get rid of the bitter taste of the quinoa. I will definitely be making this healthy dish again!! Thank you!

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From: DDW

On Jun 7, 2007

WOW! This was our first taste of Quinoa and this recipe has us hooked. I loved the mix of vegetables with the kick from the cayenne and the sweet from the cranberries, it's a perfect combo. I used the recipe to toast the quinoa you recommended. The cooking process took more like 25 minutes for all my liquid to be gone - I doubled the recipe and I'm sure that must have added to the cooking time. We loved it hot and are looking forward to trying it out cold. Thanks so much for sharing!

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From: mikekey

On Jun 3, 2007

We recently "discovered" Quinoa and this dish solidifies it's place on our new favorite grain list! What a great blend of flavors. Going to try it with shrimp next time! Thank you for posting this one!

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