Mozzarella Spinach Quinoa

Quinoa is great because it is gluten free, low in cholesterol and sodium, and has more protein than rice. It's 71% carbs, 14% fat, and 15% protein.  It also contains all 9 essential amino acids, unlike most vegetarian sources of protein.  This is one of my favorite quinoa recipes!

Ingredients:
1 cup of quinoa
2 tbsp minced garlic
1 tbsp olive oil
3/4 cup mozzarella cheese
About 2 handfuls baby spinach

Cook the quinoa according to the package (it's really easy and takes about 12 minutes).  In a separate sauce pan, heat the olive oil on medium heat.  Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.  Season with salt and pepper, or any kind of Mrs. Dash.  Add cooked quinoa and sauté for about 2 more minutes.  Add spinach, and mix until the spinach starts to wilt.  Then stir in the mozzarella cheese.