Food & Cooking Recipes Red Quinoa 3.1 (44) 1 Review By Martha Stewart Test Kitchen Martha Stewart Test Kitchen The recipes developed by our test kitchen team have undergone a rigorous process of development and testing, ensuring that every element is optimal, from ingredient amounts to method and cooking time. This process includes triple-testing recipes to ensure they meet our high standards. The many stellar cooks and food editors who have been part of our team include Sarah Carey, Lucinda Scala Quinn, Jennifer Aaronson, Shira Bocar, Anna Kovel, Greg Lofts, Riley Wofford, Lauren Tyrell, and Lindsay Leopold. Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 28, 2016 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Servings: 2 Fresh apple slices add seasonal flavor to this quick-cooking and nutrient-packed grain. Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil ½ cup finely chopped yellow onion ½ teaspoons coarse salt 1 cup red quinoa, soaked and drained 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, and julienned Juice of 1/2 lemon Directions Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. When oil shimmers, add onions and salt and cook until translucent, 3 minutes. Add quinoa and 1 cup water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until grains have expanded and water has evaporated, 15 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in apples and lemon juice and serve. Rate it Print