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Quinoa Risotto

5 from 1 vote

This healthy quinoa risotto swaps out the usual rice for protein-packed cooked quinoa. It's easy, creamy, and ready in just 15 minutes!

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 15

Yield: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Side Dish

Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

4 cups cooked quinoa
1/4 cup pecorino romano or locetelli
1 cup homemade sauce
1/4 cup of chicken or vegetable stock

Instructions

In a medium sauce pan, heat sauce and chicken stock.
Combine with cooked quinoa and grated cheese and mix well.
Top with extra cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup , Calories: 284kcal, Carbohydrates: 47g, Protein: 11g, Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 5.5g, Cholesterol: 5mg, Sodium: 459mg, Fiber: 4g

- WW Points: 6

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