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Cheesy Quinoa with Green Beans.
Cheesy quinoa and green beans are a perfectly comforting side dish.
- Prep time
- 5 min
- Cook time
- 25 min
- Yield
- 6 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup Daiya cheddar shreds
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk (I use SO Delicious brand)
- 1 1/2 cups green beans (fresh or frozen)
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- 1
Place the quinoa, chopped onion, and two cups of water in a small pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the pan. Cook for about 15-20 minutes until the little ring separates from the quinoa. Fluff with a fork.
- 2
Add the olive oil, Daiya cheese, and coconut milk to the pot. Cook over medium low heat until the cheese is melted.
- 3
If you are using frozen green beans, put them in a colander and run them under water until they thaw out somewhat. Drain and add to the quinoa. Stir and continue to cook until everything is heated through.
- 4
Add salt and pepper and serve immediately.