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Vibrant Herbed Red Quinoa Pilaf – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Vibrant Herbed Red Quinoa Pilaf

A beautiful and delicious side dish packed with fresh veggies, aromatic herbs, and the nutty goodness of red quinoa. High-protein, high-fiber, and perfect as a companion to tofu or as a light meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 cup
Calories: 57

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tsp (5 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • ¼ yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup (240 ml) red quinoa
  • 1¾ cups / 420 ml (14.2 fl oz) low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) finely chopped fresh thyme or ½ tsp / 2.5 ml (0.1 fl oz) dried
  • ½ tsp (2.5 ml / 0.1 fl oz) finely chopped fresh rosemary
  • Pinch each sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • For the best texture and to remove any natural bitterness, rinse your quinoa thoroughly in a fine-mesh sieve before cooking.
  • Can 't find red quinoa? White or tri-color quinoa will work just as well in this recipe.
  • Boost the veggie content by adding finely chopped carrots or celery along with the onion and pepper.

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a medium lidded pan on medium heat.
  2. Add the red pepper, onion, and garlic.
  3. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the quinoa, broth, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper to the pan.
  5. Stir everything to combine.
  6. Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil, then immediately reduce to a simmer.
  7. Cover the pan and cook until the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is plump, about 20 minutes.
  8. Remove the pan from the heat and let it sit, still covered, for 5 minutes. Uncover and fluff the quinoa with a fork before serving.
  9. Finish the dish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of chopped parsley to brighten up the flavors just before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 57kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 2gFat: 13g

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