Tomato and Jalapeno Quinoa
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Tomato and Jalapeno Quinoa

Course Side Dish
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Total Time 34 minutes
Servings 6
Author Tempie Hughes

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 pint of grape or cherry tomatoes
  • 1 large jalapeno (2 if small), finely chopped, seeds and all
  • 3 scallions , thinly sliced, whites separated from the green parts
  • 3 cloves of garlic , minced
  • 1 cup quinoa , rinsed
  • 2 cups of water
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt or to taste
  • 2 tbsp white balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tsp raw liquid honey

Instructions

  • In 10 inch skillet (that has a lid), Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Place the grape tomatoes in the pan and saute until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the jalapenos and cook until they begin to soften, about 2-3 minutes. Lower the heat to medium-low, add the garlic and scallion whites and cook for a minute more.
  • Add the water, quinoa, and sea salt and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover and let simmer until the quinoa has absorbed all of the water, about 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the honey and white balsamic vinegar. Fluff the quinoa gently with a fork. Pour the dressing over the quinoa, add the green parts of the scallions, toss to combine, then serve.