Italian Quinoa

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Italian Quinoa

Ingredients:

1 tbs. olive or sesame oil
1 cup of diced onion
1 tsp. finely diced garlic (optional)
2 cups cubed zucchini
2 cups water
1 tbs. tamari
1/2-1 tsp. basil leaves
1 tsp. oregano
1 cup quinoa

Directions:

1. Heat the oil in pan. Add the diced onions, saute until translucent.
2. Add garlic, saute until clear. Mix in zucchini cubes.
3. Add 2 cups water and the herbs. Bring into a boil.
4. Mix in 1 cup quinoa and let simmer covered 15 minutes until quinoa is cooked.
Serve.

Variation: Add diced red pepper to vegetables for more colorful dish.