QUINOA AND ALMOND PILAF
Quinoa, everyone's favorite so-called "ancient" grain, gets paired with nutty almonds and fresh parsley in this simple and quick side dish.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains Quinoa Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium-high. Add shallot and cook until softened, 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add quinoa and cook 1 minute. Add 1 1/3 cups water, bring to simmer, and cover. Cook until water is absorbed, about 17 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes and then fluff with fork. Stir in almonds and parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 g, Fat 17 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 5 g
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MD Rahib
r.m@gmail.comThis is a great recipe for a healthy side dish. The quinoa is fluffy and the almonds add a nice crunch.
jerry gurung
jerryg@hotmail.comI'm not a huge fan of quinoa, but this recipe changed my mind. The almonds and spices really elevate the flavor.
NGYT FF
ngytff@aol.comThis pilaf is a great make-ahead dish. I made it on Sunday and it was still delicious when I reheated it for lunch on Tuesday.
Dr Khalid
khalid.dr@hotmail.co.ukLoved the simplicity of this recipe. It's a great way to showcase the flavor of quinoa.
Neache daniella
dneache@gmail.comThis recipe was easy to follow and the pilaf turned out perfect. I will definitely be making it again!
Jurgen Dani
djurgen@hotmail.co.ukI made this dish for my family and they loved it! It's a healthy and flavorful dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal.
Bidha ree
b_ree50@hotmail.comThis recipe is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. I also added some dried cranberries and it turned out really well.
Md Salman farsi
mfarsi47@gmail.comI cooked this dish for a dinner party and everyone raved about it! It was the perfect side dish to the grilled chicken and roasted vegetables.
Chris Cormicle
cormicle.chris@gmail.comI've tried many quinoa pilaf recipes, but this one is definitely my favorite. The almonds add a nice crunch and the spices give it a wonderful flavor.
Dagmawi Tedla
d2@gmail.comThis quinoa and almond pilaf is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make dish. I especially loved the combination of flavors and textures from the quinoa, almonds, and spices.