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Quinoa Lettuce Wraps

Submitted by: Anita

Recipe Ingredients:
1 cup <a href="/cookingbaking/grains/quinoa/white.html">organic quinoa</a>
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 <a href="/nuts/peanuts/smooth-unsalted-organic.html">organic peanut butter</a>
1/2 cup <a href="/nuts/peanuts/chopped.html">chopped peanuts</a>
8 lettuce leaves (Iceberg or Boston)

Cooking Directions:
1.  1. Combine <a href="/cookingbaking/grains/quinoa/white.html">quinoa</a>, water and bouillon cube in a medium sauce pan. Bring to a boil; Reduce heat, cover and simmer 15 minutes. Cool.

2.  2. In a medium large bowl, combine ginger, scallions, garlic, red pepper flakes and cilantro. Add cooled quinoa and stir to mix.

3.  3. In a jar or small bowl, whisk together olive oil, maple syrup or honey, lemon juice, and salt. Pour over <a href="/cookingbaking/grains/quinoa/white.html">quinoa mixture</a>. Cover and refrigerate.

4.  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, also known as granulated peanuts, are a classic ice cream topping and baking ingredient. These chopped peanuts have no salt added.

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Organic Quinoa 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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