Pictured above: Sweet Corn Quinoa & Cucumber-Tomato Salad
Here are two ideas for simple {and flavorful} sides to add to your menu...made even better if using some of finds from your local farmer's market! Side note: quinoa is so flavorful and packed full of essential vitamins, minerals and fiber. We love using it as a side dish because it is so versatile and good for you!
Sweet Corn Quinoa
Ingredients
1 cup quinoa (I like Trader Joe's Tricolor Quinoa)
2 cups chicken broth
2 ears fresh sweet corn
1 ½ tbsp butter
½ tsp each salt, pepper and parsley flakes
Thoroughly wash and drain quinoa (do not leave this step out - trust me). Add quinoa and chicken broth to pan and bring to a boil. Once at a good boil, turn to a simmer and cook 15 minutes (or until all liquid is absorbed).
Meanwhile, cut kernels off corn and saute in 1 tbsp butter with your spices for about 4-5 minutes.
Set aside.
Once quinoa is cooked through, add in corn mixture and remaining butter. Give it a good stir and let sit 5-10 minutes before serving.
Cucumber-Tomato Salad
Ingredients
1 medium-sized hothouse cucumber, cut into quarters
2 cups grape tomatoes, sliced in half
¼ cup sliced red onion
¼ cup olive oil & vinegar dressing
2 tbsp lemon juice
salt & pepper to taste
Mix all ingredients together and let sit for at least 2 hours to absorb the dressing!
Happy cooking, y'all!
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