Guest guest Posted January 18, 2006 Report Share Posted January 18, 2006 Whole Foods Market has a terrific recipe base! But, alas, not low fat. Why is it soooo many veggie recipes are so high in fat? @@@@@ Quinoa with Tofu and Asparagus 1 tsp olive oil 2 tsp garlic, minced 1 cup red onion, finely diced 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, julienned 2 cup vegetable stock 2 TB fresh lemon juice 1 cup quinoa, rinsed 1 TB lemon zest 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1/2 lb organic extra-firm tofu (vacuum packed) 1/2 lb asparagus, cut into 11/2 inch lengths 1/2 cup toasted cashews Cut tofu into 1/2 inch cubes. Heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic and onion 1 minute. Add sun-dried tomatoes and sauté 1 minute. Add vegetable stock, lemon juice, quinoa, lemon zest, black pepper and tofu. Cover and simmer 15 minutes. Place asparagus on top, cover and continue cooking 5 more minutes. Sprinkle with toasted cashews. Serves 4 Per serving (12 oz): 435 calories, 17g fat (3g saturated), 24g protein, 48g carbohydrates, 40mg cholesterol, 325mg sodium MC format by Chupa Babi Source: Copyright 2000–2003. Whole Foods Market IP, L.P. ----- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 19, 2006 Report Share Posted January 19, 2006 > Whole Foods Market has a terrific recipe base! But, alas, not low > fat. Why is it soooo many veggie recipes are so high in fat? I don't know Chupa, but it drives me crazy too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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