One Pot Moroccan Quinoa

Step 1

Heat butter in a large skillet with a fitted lid over medium-high heat. Once melted, add lemon slices. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, until golden-brown; flip and cook 1 to 2 additional minutes. Transfer to a plate and reduce heat to medium.

Step 2

Add oil, shallots, and garlic to pan; cook 2 to 3 minutes, until softened. Stir in cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook 1 minute, stirring often. Add quinoa; stir to coat, and cook 1 to 2 minutes in order to lightly toast quinoa. Stir in diced tomatoes and broth and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook until quinoa absorbs most liquid and plumps up, about 17 minutes. Uncover, and stir in spinach until greens wilt into mixture, about 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in almonds. Top with olives, fresh herbs, and caramelized lemon slices.