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Article: Quinoa Salad 6 to 8 servings ...
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- The Washington Post
- Article date:
- September 22, 2004
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Quinoa Salad
6 to 8 servings
"Quinoa, a grain, was a major agricultural commodity of the Aztec
and Inka. It is highly nutritious, very tasty and easy to prepare.
Try using quinoa as an alternative to starch. Quinoa can be served
hot with butter or nut oil and your favorite flavorings as an
accompaniment to any meal. This salad is particularly good when
sandwiched in lettuce leaves."
2 cups quinoa, rinsed and drained
1 large tomato, seeded and finely chopped
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1/2 cup fresh corn kernels or canned white hominy, drained and
rinsed
1/2 cup coarsely chopped cilantro
1/4 cup minced fresh mint
1 teaspoon minced garlic
3 tablespoons corn oil
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