Lemon-Almond Quinoa

1 C. Quinoa
2 C. water
Salt & pepper
1/4-1/2 tsp. chili powder
1 clove garlic, finely chopped OR 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. dried parsley
Handful of slivered almonds
Juice of 1/2 lemon

1.  Bring quinoa, water, chili powder and garlic to a boil.  Reduce heat, cover and simmer 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
2.  OPTIONAL:  While quinoa is cooking toast almonds by placing them in a pan over medium heat.  Stir them constantly until they are browning then set them aside in a medium sized bowl.
3.  Combine all ingredients in medium mixing bowl and mix well.  Serve warm.

p.s.  You don't have to toast the almonds if you don't want to; I didn't toast mine because I don't particularly care for that extra crunch.

p.s.s.  For more information about quinoa check this out:
http://www.wholehealthmd.com/ME2/dirmod.asp?nm=Reference+Library&type=AWHN_Foods&mod=Foods&mid=&id=D18F2C4462B74726B0C2D1FD8A8A65B8&tier=2
You can buy  quinoa at just about any store but I prefer to buy it at stores such as Sunflower Market or Whole Foods Market; you'll find it in the bins and it is usually about $3.49 per pound but is often on sale for $1.99 a pound.  It's a great food that is just as easy to cook as rice but is far better nutritionally.  I love it!