Submitted by: Anita
| Recipe Ingredients: |
| 1 |
cup organic quinoa |
| 2 |
cups water |
| 1 |
low sodium bouillon cube |
| 1 |
tsp freshly grated ginger |
| 1 |
clove garlic, minced |
| 1 |
tsp red pepper flakes |
| 2 |
tsp chopped fresh cilantro |
| 2 |
tbsp extra virgin olive oil |
| 1 |
tbsp honey |
| 2 |
tbsp lemon juice |
| 1 |
tsp salt |
| 1/2 |
cup organic peanut butter |
| 1/2 |
cup chopped peanuts |
| 8 |
lettuce leaves (Iceberg or Boston) |
Cooking Directions: |
| 1. |
1. Combine quinoa, water and bouillon cube in a medium sauce pan. Bring to a boil; Reduce heat, cover and simmer 15 minutes. Cool.
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| 2. |
2. In a medium large bowl, combine ginger, scallions, garlic, red pepper flakes and cilantro. Add cooled quinoa and stir to mix.
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| 3. |
3. In a jar or small bowl, whisk together olive oil, maple syrup or honey, lemon juice, and salt. Pour over quinoa mixture. Cover and refrigerate.
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4. When ready to serve, spread 1 tablespoon peanut butter on each lettuce leaf. Top with about 1/3 cup quinoa mixture and sprinkle each with 1 tablespoon peanuts. Roll up and enjoy.
(Can substitute almond butter, and chopped almonds)
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Chopped Peanuts
Chopped peanuts, also known as granulated peanuts, are a classic ice cream topping and baking ingredient. These chopped peanuts have no salt added.
Organic Peanut Butter (Creamy, Unsalted)
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Organic Quinoa
Organic quinoa is a light, fluffy, gluten-free seed that feels and tastes more like a grain. Packed with protein, fiber, iron and antioxidants, quinoa is a super nutritious and tasty food.
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