Healthy Recipes Ingredient Grain Quinoa Quinoa with Peas & Lemon 4.8 (4) 3 Reviews Green peas add a pop of color to this bright whole-grain side dish. Plus, choosing frozen saves you time—no shelling required! Want to save even more time? Use a pouch of precooked quinoa. By Karen Ansel, M.S., RDN Karen Ansel, M.S., RDN Karen Ansel, M.S., RDN, is a nutritionist, journalist and author. In her 20-plus years of experience, she has written hundreds of health-focused articles about food, nutrition, fitness and wellness. Her work has appeared in EatingWell, Women's Health, Weight Watchers, Men's Health, Shape, Woman's Day, Prevention, Fitbit and other publications and websites. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on April 18, 2024 Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Save Rate PRINT Share Close Photo: Ted & Chelsea Cavanaugh Active Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings: 6 Nutrition Profile: Nut-Free Soy-Free High-Fiber Vegetarian Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie Gut Healthy Anti-Inflammatory Mediterranean Diet Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 shallot, chopped 1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas 2 cups cooked quinoa Zest of 1 lemon ¼ cup crumbled goat cheese ¾ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground pepper Directions Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shallot and cook, stirring, until softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in peas and quinoa; cook, stirring often, until heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir in lemon zest, goat cheese, salt and pepper. Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, April 2021 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 148 Calories 5g Fat 21g Carbs 6g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 6 Serving Size 1/2 cup Calories 148 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 21g 8% Dietary Fiber 4g 14% Total Sugars 3g Protein 6g 12% Total Fat 5g 6% Saturated Fat 1g 5% Cholesterol 6mg 2% Vitamin A 1018IU 20% Sodium 369mg 16% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.