Ingredients
1cupquinoa,uncooked, rinsed well
1½cupslow sodium chicken broth,for vegetarians use veggie broth
1tbspolive oil
1small onion,diced
¾cupfennel,diced
½cupcelery,diced
½cupcarrots,diced
8ozfresh mushrooms,sliced
salt and fresh cracked pepper,to taste
Preparation
Cook rinsed quinoa in broth according to package directions.
While the quinoa is cooking, in a large heavy sauté pan add olive oil to the pan, then the onion, sauté for 1 minute.
Add the fennel, celery, and carrots, salt, and pepper to taste; cook for about 12 to 15 minutes over medium heat, until vegetables are soft.
Add the mushrooms to the pan, more salt, and pepper if needed, and cook, stirring for 5 minutes, then cook covered for 2 minutes, or until the mushrooms have released their juice and are cooked through.
Add the cooked quinoa to the pan and mix well.
Serve and enjoy.
