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Quinoa Grain Bowl with basil pesto

Weeknight-friendly Quinoa Grain Bowl with basil pesto with real depth of flavor.

Rating4.2 ★
Total time80 min
Serves6
LevelEasy
Prep 25 min · Cook 55 min · 22 reviews
A vibrant bowl of salad with mussels, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and a lemon slice. Perfect for a refreshing meal.

Method

  1. Start by prepping your mixed greens, olive oil, lemon so the cooking goes quickly.
  2. Warm a splash of olive oil in a heavy pan over medium heat, then add the fresh ginger and cook until soft and fragrant, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  3. Turn the heat up, add the quinoa, and cook until deeply browned and aromatic.
  4. Fold in the sour cream and season generously; give everything a minute to come together.
  5. Pour in the chicken stock, bring to a gentle simmer, and cook until thickened and glossy.
  6. Taste and adjust, then finish with a spoonful of yogurt right before serving.
  7. Serve warm, ideally with something to soak up the sauce.
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