Low-FODMAP Lemon Herb Quinoa

Lemon Herb Quinoa

Low-FODMAP Lemon Herb Quinoa

 

I love it when I come across a recipe that is already low-FODMAP. This Lemon Herb Quinoa recipe from Food.com is perfect. Flavorful, easy to make, and easy on the belly. Plus, it uses ingredients that I usually have on hand: quinoa, parsley, lemons and dried herbs. It all comes together in a delightful combination.


Low-FODMAP Lemon Herb Quinoa

 

Food.com has a wonderful recipe on how to rinse and toast quinoa:ย How to Properly Clean & Toast Quinoa. It should help a lot if this is your first time using quinoa.

Now, I would like to discuss cooking quinoa. Typically, recipes call for 2 cups water or liquid to 1 cup quinoa. I have found that the quinoa turns out fluffier using only 1 1/2 cups water. Then I use the “simmer and steam” method, much like I do with rice in my Cilantro Lime Rice recipe. Let the quinoa simmer on low, covered (no peeking!), for about 15 minutes. Then remove the pan from the heat and steam for about 5 to 10 minutes, keeping it covered. Voila, perfectly fluffy quinoa.

Low-FODMAP Lemon Herb Quinoa

 

Now all you have to do is add some herbs and seasonings and you’ve got an amazing and delicious side dish. I like to serve this with my Creamy Dijon & Dill Baked Salmon. So good!

 

Low-FODMAP Lemon Herb Quinoa
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Lemon Herb Quinoa

Low-FODMAP, Gluten-Free, Vegan
Course Side Dish
Keyword gluten-free, low-fodmap, quinoa, vegan
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon zest

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a 2-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the quinoa and saute until quinoa dries out and is lightly toasted (it will make popping noises, then start to brown), about 5 minutes.
  • Pour in the water and add the marjoram, salt, thyme, rosemary and black pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer about 15 minutes. Remove pan from heat, but keep the lid on. Steam for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, or until water is absorbed.
  • Stir in the fresh parsley, lemon juice and zest and serve.

adapted from Food.com

 

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4 Comments

  1. I'm trying this tonight. I'll let you know how it turns out! I haven't had quinoa in ages.

     
  2. It was delicious! Easy to prepare and easy on the stomach, as you said. Thanks!

     
  3. Glad you liked it! Thanks for trying it and the review! ๐Ÿ™‚

     
  4. 5 stars
    Easy to make and delicious!

     

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