CARROT, CHICKPEA AND QUINOA MELANGE

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You must try this wonderful combination of flavors. It provides lots of protein for vegetarians, but it's also a great side dish for a simple grilled meat entree. I think you could substitute rice for the qunioa if it's not available to you. The next time I make this, I think I'm going to stir in some fresh chopped spinach just before serving instead of the parsley.

Provided by Geema

Categories     Grains

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 pinch cayenne
1/2 teaspoon cumin
2 cups baby carrots, peeled cut in 1/2 in. pieces (11 oz.)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth or 2 cups vegetable broth
1 cup quinoa, rinsed for 2 minutes
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Add garlic, cayenne, and cumin and stir 30 seconds.
  • Add carrots, garbanzos, and broth and bring to boil.
  • Add quinoa and simmer, covered, 30 minutes or until quinoa has absorbed all liquid.
  • Season with salt and pepper and stir in parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.3, Fat 11.3, SaturatedFat 1.6, Sodium 405.2, Carbohydrate 60.4, Fiber 8.4, Sugar 3.3, Protein 13.8

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