Lemon Herb Quinoa

Step 1

Place the quinoa in a large bowl.

Step 2

Fill with cold water.

Step 3

Drain into a strainer and repeat the rinsing and draining 4 more times.

Step 4

Over medium-high heat, heat the oil in a 2-quart saucepan.

Step 5

Add the rinsed quinoa and cook, stirring, until the quinoa makes cracking and popping noises, about 3 to 5 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the water, marjoram, thyme, and rosemary.

Step 7

Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer, covered, 15 minutes.

Step 8

Stir in the parsley, lemon juice, salt, lemon rind, and pepper.

Step 9

Simmer, covered, 5 minutes longer.

Step 10

Fluff with a fork.