Quinoa with Fried Onions

Preparation 1. Rinse the quinoa under cold running water until the water turns clear. 2. In a 2-quart saucepan, combine the quinoa and water. Simmer over medium-low heat for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa begins to soften. Remove from the heat and drain. 3. Meanwhile, peel the onions and cut into 1/8" to 1/4" slices. Warm the oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the onions and cook for about 10 minutes, or until they soften and brown. Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, as necessary to prevent burning. 4. In a medium bowl, combine the quinoa, onions, parsley, cheese, and pepper to taste. Toss well. Serve as a side dish. Per serving: 199 calories, 6g protein, 22g carbohydrates, 10g total fat, 2g saturated fat, 5mg cholesterol, 2g dietary fiber, 126mg sodium Nutritional analysis provided by Get a Real Food Life Get a Real Food Life Rodale

Preparation 1. Rinse the quinoa under cold running water until the water turns clear. 2. In a 2-quart saucepan, combine the quinoa and water. Simmer over medium-low heat for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa begins to soften. Remove from the heat and drain. 3. Meanwhile, peel the onions and cut into 1/8" to 1/4" slices. Warm the oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the onions and cook for about 10 minutes, or until they soften and brown. Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, as necessary to prevent burning. 4. In a medium bowl, combine the quinoa, onions, parsley, cheese, and pepper to taste. Toss well. Serve as a side dish. Per serving: 199 calories, 6g protein, 22g carbohydrates, 10g total fat, 2g saturated fat, 5mg cholesterol, 2g dietary fiber, 126mg sodium Nutritional analysis provided by Get a Real Food Life Get a Real Food Life Rodale