Spicy Tomatillo Quinoa Recipe

Recipe By EatingWell

In this easy quinoa recipe, tomatillos work double-duty: some are pureed to flavor the cooking liquid, others are chopped and stirred in raw for color and texture. Serve with grilled chicken, steak or fish, and a dollop of sour cream.

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Ingredients for Spicy Tomatillo Quinoa Recipe

  • 1 Medium tomatillos, husked and rinsed, divided
  • 0.13-0.17 cup Low Sodium Chicken Or Vegetable Broth
  • 0.13 cup Coarsely chopped fresh cilantro, divided
  • 0.08 cup Coarsely chopped onion
  • 0.17 Medium jalapeno, halved and seeded, if desired
  • 0.17 Clove Garlic
  • 0.17 cup Red or white quinoa
  • 0.08 teaspoon Sugar
  • 0.08 teaspoon Salt
Nutrition
value
153
calories per serving
3 g Fat10 g Protein20 g Carbs7 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    3g
  • Protein
    10g
  • Carbs
    20g
  • Fiber
    7g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    20g
  • Protein
    10g
  • Fiber
    7g

Fats

  • Fat
    3g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    101mg
  • Iron
    4mg
  • Vitamin A
    805mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    2mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    76mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    8mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    66mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    116mg
  • Selenium
    8mcg
  • Zinc
    2mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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