Near East Quinoa Blend Mediterranean Medley

Microwave directions: 1. In round 2-quart microwaveable glass casserole, combine quinoa/brown rice blend, contents of spice sack, 1-3/4 cups water, and 1 teaspoon olive oil. 2. Cover; microwave at high for 6 minutes. Mix. 3. Cover; microwave at high for 6 to 10 minutes or until all water is absorbed. 4. Let stand 5 minutes. 5. Fluff lightly with fork before serving. *Microwave ovens may vary. Adjust times as needed. High altitude preparation: At high altitudes, increase water to 2 cups and cook time by 5 minutes. Range top directions: 1. In a medium saucepan, bring quinoa/ brown rice blend, 1 teaspoon olive oil and 1 - 3/4 cups water to a boil. 2. Turn heat to a medium boil, add contents of spice sack and mix well. 3. Boil gently for 14 to 17 minutes until water is absorbed. 4. Cover; remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving. See side panel for Microwave and high altitude directions. Variations: For a creative twist add one of the following to the cooked quinoa: 1/2 cup sauteed zucchini. 3 tablespoons feta and 1/4 cup pine nuts. 1 cup chopped spinach, 1/4 cup walnuts and 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar. 1 - 1 1/2 tablespoons diced kalamata olives or sweet cherry peppers. 1/2 cup chopped roasted red peppers and 1/4 cup chopped artichoke hearts. 1/2 cup cooked shrimp, chicken or tofu. In preparation, seasoned broth or stock can be substituted for water.

Description

Near East® Quinoa Blend Mediterranean Medley. New! A blend of quinoa & brown rice. Fair Trade Certified™ ingredients. At least 40% Fair Trade contents. Per serving: 250 calories. 0.5g sat fat 3% DV. 410mg sodium 17% DV. 1g sugars. 4g fiber 15% DV.

Other Description

For more great Near East® recipes, visit www.neareast.com This product is made with white, red and black quinoa. Our quinoa is Fair Trade Certified™ by fairtradeusa.org. Near east quinoa blend: Quinoa (pronounced keen-wah), is a unique, versatile whole grain with a slightly crunchy texture and a light nutty flavor that is used around the world. A good source of fiber. Contains 6g total fat per serving as prepared. One cup serving contains. 28 grams of whole grain. Fair Trade is a global movement that aims to give farmers competitive prices, improved trade terms and incentives to invest in their community and help protect the environment. www.neareast.com. More recipes! For product information and recipes go to www.neareast.com. For questions or comments, call 1-800-822-7423. Please have package available when calling. This package is sold by weight, not by volume. Contents settle during shipping and handling. ©2014GGC. Please recycle this carton.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 70.0 g

Servings per Container: 2

Title	As Packaged
Energy	250
Total Fat	3.5 g
Saturated Fat	0.5 g
Trans Fat	0 g
Cholesterol	0 mg
Sodium	410 mg
Carbohydrates	49 g
Dietary Fiber	4 g
Sugars	1 g
Protein	8 g
Daily Percent Of Vitamin A	10
Daily Percent Of Vitamin C	8
Daily Percent Of Calcium	4
Daily Percent Of Iron	10

Ingredients

Quinoa, Parboiled Long Grain Brown Rice, Maltodextrin, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Olive Oil, Salt, Onions*, Spinach*, Potassium Chloride, Parsley*, Spices, Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Garlic*, Soy Protein, Torula Yeast, Citric Acid, Dextrose, Tocopherols For Freshness, Natural Flavor, Soy Sauce (Soybean, Wheat, Salt). *Dried.

Warnings

Contains soy and wheat ingredients.

Distributor

Near East Food Products
P.O. Box 049003 Chicago, IL 60604-9003
1-800-822-7423
www.neareast.com

UPC

00072251020199