Near East Quinoa Blend Roasted Red Pepper & Basil

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. Alternative preparation: Follow package directions, except omit olive oil. (See nutrition information for sodium content). 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. Variations: For a creative twist add one of the following to the simmering quinoa. 1 clove garlic (finely diced) and 1/4 cup pine nuts. 1/4 cup gorgonzola cheese (crumbled). 1/4 cup kalamata olives (sliced) and 1/4 cup fennel (diced). 1/4 cup chick peas and 1/4 cup sauteed sliced baby portobello mushrooms. 1/2 cup cooked diced chicken or tofu. In preparation, seasoned broth, stock or tomato juice can be substituted for water.

Description

Near East® Roasted Red Pepper & Basil Quinoa Blend. A blend of quinoa & brown rice. With other natural flavors. Fair Trade Certified™ ingredient. At least 40% Fair Trade contents. Per serving: 260 calories. 0g sat fat, 0% DV. 400mg sodium, 17% DV. 1g sugars. 4g fiber, 17% DV.

Other Description

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 4.5g total fat per serving as prepared. One cup serving contains. 32 grams of whole grain. See nutrition information for sodium content. 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. Please recycle this carton. More recipes! This package is sold by weight, not by volume. Contents settle during shipping and handling. For questions or comments, call 1-800-822-7423. Please have package available when calling. For product information and recipes go to www.neareast.com. ©2014 GGC.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2.5 oz

Servings per Container: 2

Title	As packaged
Energy	260
Total Fat	2 g
Saturated Fat	0 g
Trans Fat	0 g
Cholesterol	0 mg
Sodium	400 mg
Carbohydrates	53 g
Dietary Fiber	4 g
Sugars	1 g
Protein	8 g
Daily Percent Of Vitamin A	8
Daily Percent Of Vitamin C	20
Daily Percent Of Calcium	2
Daily Percent Of Iron	10

Ingredients

Quinoa, Precooked Parboiled Long Grain Brown Rice, Red Bell Pepper*, Salt, Yeast Extract, Garlic Powder, Maltodextrin, Tomato Powder, Basil*, Onion Powder, Sugar, Natural Flavor (Contains Soy and Wheat), Citric Acid, Black Pepper. *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

00072251020069