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Quinoa Pasta with Baby Bok Choy and Sweet Red Onion

February 15th, 2013
   
Jenn Egatz
         
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Reel Chow Original Recipe!While recovering from my recent surgery, I had a stronger than usual desire for healthy dishes. This is because I’ve been unable to get to the gym every day, as I usually do. Here’s something of mine I’m sure you’ll enjoy if you feel like eating in a healthy way, no matter how you’re feeling. One of my favorite pasta dishes, Quinoa Pasta with Baby Bok Choy and Sweet Red Onion is light, healthy, and takes very little time to make.

I sautéed the red onion, baby bok choy, and garlic in red wine (I used Malbec). Once the wine reduced and the vegetables soaked up the flavor, I added a dollop of unsalted butter and then tossed the cooked quinoa into the pan to coat the noodles with the savory sauce. This dish is topped with fresh sliced cherry tomatoes Yum!

Quinoa Pasta with Baby Bok Choy and Sweet Red Onion.

Quinoa Pasta with Baby Bok Choy and Sweet Red Onion. ©Reel Chow

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Quinoa Pasta with Kale and Roasted Tomatoes

June 27th, 2012
   
Jenn Egatz
         
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Reel Chow Original Recipe!I had a leftover red onion and two tomatoes from the guacamole I made on Sunday, and I decided to incorporate them in last night’s dinner. I wanted to make something easy and not time-consuming so I put together a simple pasta dish.

The kale gives it some sophistication, and the quinoa pasta helps this dish not be some typical pasta retread. It’s a great summer pasta dish that’s healthy and promotes the use of seasonal vegetables. Ron really enjoyed it after a long day of work, and was looking for seconds. I call it Quinoa Pasta with Kale and Roasted Tomatoes. Give it a try and watch your family come back for more.

Quinoa Spaghetti with Kale and Roasted Tomatoes.

Quinoa Spaghetti with Kale and Roasted Tomatoes. ©Reel Chow

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Red Quinoa with Ancho Chile Roasted Pearl Onions and Cranberries

May 9th, 2012
   
Jenn Egatz
         
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Our friend at 7th Taste, Diane S. Lee, sent us a few bottles of her delicious gourmet olive oils recently. I have been itching to use them, especially the Ancho Chile Olive Oil. It has a red tint to it and smells amazing! The flavor is the perfect amount of subtle spice and earthiness with a hint of smokiness. With a base of high-quality extra virgin olive oil, the entire experience is light, but delicious—really great for marinades and vinaigrettes.

Red Quinoa with Ancho Chile Roasted Pearl Onions and Cranberries served with organic chicken and mixed green salad.

Red Quinoa with Ancho Chile Roasted Pearl Onions and Cranberries served with organic chicken and mixed green salad. ©Reel Chow

Red quinoa is very healthy, and I consider it a great substitute for wheat and gluten. It’s filling and light at the same time, but lacks flavor. I decided to pair the red quinoa with roasted pearl onions and cranberries. I was determined to use my 7th Taste Ancho Chile Olive Oil to flavor up this dish.

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Quinoa Spaghetti with Cilantro and Oregano Pesto

January 13th, 2012
   
Jenn Egatz
         
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I love pasta and the fresh taste of pesto. I have tasted many a pesto over the years—homemade, store bought, and served at restaurants. Some pestos have more cheese in them, others are a little too oily. Unlike myself, my husband’s not a huge cheese or nut eater, so I tend to cut out ingredients for a dish we both can enjoy. It’s okay I cut back on cheese from time to time! Also, I enjoy the fresh taste of the greens, whether it’s pure basil, oregano, cilantro, arugala, spinach–anything green. The list goes on and on.

Quinoa with fresh cilantro and oregano pesto

Quinoa with fresh cilantro and oregano pesto. ©Reel Chow

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