Goat Cheese Quinoa Risotto

We all know by now that Quinoa is a "smart carb", gluten free and high in protein. But, sometimes its a little bland. I've been cooking it a lot this year and this recipe is BY FAR the most flavorful. Its delicious!!!  It's a little spicy and you can even add veggies to it to mix it up. 

Ingredients:

2 T olive oil

1/2 - 1 T red pepper flakes

1 T minced garlic

1 Cup dry uncooked quinoa

1 Cup dry white wine

3 cups chicken broth

4 oz groat cheese crumbles

dash of salt

1 Lemon juiced

Saute garlic and red pepper flakes in pot for about 2 minutes. Your house will smell amazing!
Add quinoa and mix with garlic and red pepper
Add wine and bring to a boil for about 5 minutes, it just reduce by more than half
Add broth and boil for 15 minutes. If not most of the liquid is absorbed keep cooking it.
Add lemon juice, salt and cheese. 
Mix together and let sit till slightly cooled.
It should be a thick, pour-age consistency

Serves 4 and is the perfect side dish for any chicken or salmon. I hope you like it as much as I did.