Great Latin Quinoa

Directions

1. 1
   Toast quinoa in a large dry skillet over medium heat, stirring often, until it crackles and becomes aromatic, about 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Transfer to a fine sieve and rinse thoroughly.
3. 3
   Heat canola oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
4. 4
   Add onion and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 3 minutes.
5. 5
   Add green chiles and garlic, cook, stirring, for 40 seconds.
6. 6
   Add the rinsed quinoa and chicken broth(or vegetable broth); bring to a simmer.
7. 7
   Reduce heat to maintain a light simmer, then cover and cook until the quinoa is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 25 minutes.
8. 8
   Add pumpkin seeds(or sunflower seeds), cilantro, scallions, lime juice and salt to the quinoa.
9. 9
   Mix them gently and fluff with a fork.
10. 10
    Serve warm.