Plenty of fresh herbs combined with just a touch of lemon, to make this a terrific light lunch dish. I had so much fun clipping herbs and squash in the garden this morning. I couldn’t resist using some of the harvest in our lunch.
Grilled Lemon Lime Chicken would pair perfectly with this for a heartier meal. I rarely make quinoa, because my two older boys aren’t big fans of it. I had forgotten how delicious quinoa can be!
My youngest ate a full serving of this though and was as happy as I was with this meal.
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2-3cupscrookneck squash or yellow zucchinichopped into 1/2" - 1" chunks
1-2tablespoonsfresh lemon juicemore if desired
kosher saltto taste
freshly ground black pepperto taste
1tablespoonfresh basilvery thinly sliced
1teaspoonfresh oreganoI used Mexican oregano, finely minced
1teaspoonfresh thymefinely minced
1teaspoonfresh garlic chives or regular chivesminced
Optional: freshly grated Parmesan
Instructions
Combine quinoa and water in a small saucepan covered with a lid. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer. Simmer about 12 minutes, until the quinoa is softened and still has a bite to it. Remove from heat, remove lid, fluff with a fork and set aside.
In a large saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of butter over medium high heat. Add the squash and cook just a few minutes until barely tender and still crisp. Add salt and pepper to the squash and then add the cooked quinoa. Stir gently to combine. Cook just another minute or two and add the lemon juice to taste. Taste and adjust the seasonings. Add the fresh herbs and toss to combine. Serve with freshly grated Parmesan over the top. Garnish plates with lemon wedges if a stronger lemon flavor is desired. Enjoy!
Hi, I’m Mary. I’m the author, cook, photographer, and travel lover behind the scenes here at Barefeet In The Kitchen. I'm also the author of three cookbooks dedicated to making cooking from scratch as simple as possible.
Simple fresh flavored meals like this are EXACTLY why I love warm weather! Everything is in bloom and tastes so delicious, you need little more than fresh produce.
Tricia @ saving room for dessert says
You know I love quinoa, and lemon and squash! This sounds perfect. What's not to love 🙂
Words Of Deliciousness says
I have never eaten quinoa before. This dish does look like it would be very tasty. I will have to quinoa a try soon.
Joanne says
Simple fresh flavored meals like this are EXACTLY why I love warm weather! Everything is in bloom and tastes so delicious, you need little more than fresh produce.
Mallory says
Summery indeed! Looks fresh and delish.