Pea Soup With Quinoa Food

PEA SOUP WITH QUINOA

Steps:

• In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until water is absorbed, 12-15 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute onion until tender. Stir in peas and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until peas are tender, about 5 minutes., Puree soup using an immersion blender. Or cool slightly and puree soup in a blender; return to pan. Stir in quinoa, salt and pepper; heat through. Serve with toppings as desired.

LOW FAT PEA SOUP WITH QUINOA

Steps:

• In a small saucepan, bring water and quinoa to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for approximately 12 minutes or until water is absorbed.
• Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Stir in broth and peas. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for five minutes or until peas are tender.
• In a blender or food processor, puree soup until smooth. If you are doubling the recipe, you may need to do this in batches.
• Return all to the pan. Stir in the salt, pepper and quinoa (and diced ham if adding); heat through.
• Garnish each serving with 1 teaspoon yogurt or sour cream if desired.
• For Vegetarian use the vegetable broth and for vegan omit the yogurt/sour cream.

QUINOA, PEA & AVOCADO SALAD

Steps:

• Put the peas in a large heatproof bowl, pour over just-boiled water, then set aside.
• Pour the lemon juice into a small bowl and whisk in some seasoning. Keep whisking as you slowly add the olive oil, followed by the mint and chives.
• Drain the peas and tip into a large serving dish. Stir in the quinoa, breaking up any clumps. Pour over the dressing, then fold in the avocado and pea shoots. Serve immediately.