Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.
Lactose
This recipe contains cheese and some of those who are lactose intolerant may be able to tolerate it.
Sodium
This is NOT a low sodium recipe.
GERD / Acid Reflux
No specific GERD triggers.
Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.
"Cheese is milk's leap toward immortality."
-Clifton Fadiman, Editor
This is a super simple recipe, but don't let that deceive you. Most of the time the most simple dishes are the most sublime and this is one of them. The quinoa has a nice nutty flavor and if you like cheese grits, this is sort of like that but with so much more depth of flavor. You can serve this with any recipe that you would grits. A poached egg on top is especially delicious, but as a side dish for an omelet or scrambled eggs it's perfect. Instead of Barbecue Shrimp and Grits use this Cheese Quinoa recipe. Yum!
Of course you could take this in so many directions. A bit of roasted garlic, some caramelized onions or a few sprigs of fresh rosemary is a bit like gilding the lily but go on and do it anyway.
Servings: 2 | Serving size: about 1 cup
Cooking Time: 20 Minutes
This recipe can be multiplied by 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10.
This recipe does not make very good leftovers.
2 cups | water |
1/2 cup | quinoa |
1/2 ounce | goat cheese |
1/2 ounce | Parmigiano-Reggiano (grated) |
1/8 tsp | salt |
Place the water in a small sauce pan over high heat.
When the water boils, add the quinoa. Reduce the heat to a high simmer. Cover the pan partially. Cook until the water is almost evaporated. Stir occasionally.
When the quinoa is just tender, add the goat cheese, the parmesan cheese and salt. Stir until the cheese is melted and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: about 1 cup
Servings: 2
Amount Per Serving
Calories 203 | Calories from Fat 52 |
% Daily Value |
Total Fat 6g | 9% |
Saturated Fat 2g | 12% |
Monounsaturated Fat 2g | |
Trans Fat 0g | |
Cholesterol 8mg | 3% |
Sodium 285mg | 12% |
Total Carbohydrates 28g | 9% |
Dietary Fiber 3g | 12% |
Sugars 0g | |
Protein 10g |
Vitamin A 2% | Vitamin C 0% |
Calcium 11% | Iron 12% |
Vitamin K 0 mcg | Potassium 248 mg |
Magnesium 88 mg |