QUINOA-LENTIL PILAF

INGREDIENTS

1 ½ tsp extra virgin olive oil

½ medium carrot, diced

½ medium stalk celery, dices

¼ medium onion, diced

¼ medium red bell pepper, diced

¼ ground smoked paprika

1 dash ground cuimin

¾ cooked quinoa

¼ cup cooked lentils

1 ½ tsp grated lemon peel

1 ½ tsp fresh lemon juice

2 Tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley

DIRECTIONS

1. Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat.

2. Add carrot, celery, onion, pepper, paprika, cumin. Cook, stirring frequently for 5 minutes or until tender

3. Add quinoa, lentils, lemon peel, lemon juice, and parsley to cooked vegetables.

4. Heat over medium heat for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.

5. Fluff with fork and serve.