Thursday's Side Dish: Quinoa and Peas Medley

A cool combo to accompany a meal

A double dose of healthy ingredients combined with dry soup mix is an easy dish. The green peas add color and sweet flavor to steamed quinoa that’s been spiked with Lipton Recipe Onion Soup Mix. This is a healthier option compared to carb-loaded steamed rice or mashed potatoes.

Here is the recipe:

What you will need:

1 wooden spoon
1 medium-sized sauce pan with lid
2 ½ cups water
1 packet Lipton Recipe Soup Mix (Onion flavored)
1 (14 oz) package Arrowhead quinoa
1 cup frozen peas
2 tablespoons olive oil

Cooking and Directions:

Combine water, quinoa, olive oil, soup mix, and peas in sauce pan. Stir well. Cover and place sauce pan on stove at medium-high heat. Bring everything to a rolling boil. Stir again. Return lid and lower to medium-low heat. Let ingredients simmer and cook (like rice) for 15-20 minutes. Finally, remove pot from heat and let it rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.

Helpful Hint: Add 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro or ¼ cup golden raisins to give a flavor twist to this dish.