Quinoa Squash Pilaf Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 can (14-1/2 oz) vegetable broth
1/4 cup water
2 medium zucchini , halved lengthwise and sliced
1 medium yellow summer squash , halved lengthwise and sliced
1 cup chopped leeks (white portion only )
1 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large tomato, chopped
1 tbsp minced fresh cilantro
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/4 tsp pepper
1/8 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
2 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped

Directions:

In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, toast the quinoa over medium heat until lightly browned, stirring occasionally.
In a small saucepan, bring broth and water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
In a large nonstick skillet, saute the zucchini, yellow squash and leeks in oil until vegetables are tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomato, cilantro, seasonings and quinoa; heat through. Add spinach; cook and stir until spinach is wilted. Yield: 8 servings.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	111.65 Kcal (467 kJ)
Calories from fat	28.45 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.16g	5%
Cholesterol	0.04mg	0%
Sodium	177.34mg	7%
Potassium	264.3mg	6%
Total Carbs	17.32g	6%
Sugars	1.23g	5%
Dietary Fiber	2.29g	9%
Protein	3.91g	8%
Vitamin C	7.9mg	13%
Iron	1.7mg	10%
Calcium	32.6mg	3%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	140.06 Kcal (586 kJ)
Calories from fat	35.69 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.97g	5%
Cholesterol	0.04mg	0%
Sodium	222.46mg	7%
Potassium	331.56mg	6%
Total Carbs	21.73g	6%
Sugars	1.54g	5%
Dietary Fiber	2.87g	9%
Protein	4.9g	8%
Vitamin C	10mg	13%
Iron	2.2mg	10%
Calcium	40.9mg	3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Weightwatchers Points

2

Points
3

PointsPlus

Good Points

saturated fat free,
cholesterol free,
good source of fiber

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