Quinoa Paella

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A one-pot wonder inspired by a recipe from chilean chef maria eugenia terragno. i make this with homemade lean turkey chorizo to cut down on calories.

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Steps

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Cover quinoa with cold water and soak for 15 minutes.

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Drain and set aside.

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Heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat.

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Add the quinoa and cook , stirring , until toasted , for 15 minutes.

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Transfer to a bowl and set aside.

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Return pan to medium heat.

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Add oil and chorizo.

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Cook , stirring occasionally to break chorizo into pieces , for about 10 minutes.

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Add garlic , bell peppers , serrano pepper , onion , salt and pepper.

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Cook , stirring occasionally , until the vegetables are soft , about 5 minutes.

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Stir in quinoa , both beans , tomatoes , and stock.

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Bring to a boil , reduce heat to low and cook uncovered until liquid is slightly reduced , around 15 minutes.

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Remove from heat and cover.

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Let sit for 10 minutes.

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Uncover and stir in parsley.

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Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

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Ingredients

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quinoa, olive oil, chorizo sausage, garlic cloves, red bell peppers, serrano pepper, onion, salt, black pepper, frozen lima beans, cannellini beans, tomatoes, chicken stock, parsley, lemons