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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 cups green garbanzo beans (you can find these at Costco in the frozen section)
- 3 vine ripened tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup basil, julienned
- Shaved almonds for garnish
- For the dressing:
- 3 small garlic cloves, smashed or chopped
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- salt and pepper
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