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Categories Side Sauté Fourth of July Picnic Low Fat Vegetarian Quick & Easy Low Cal Mother's Day Dinner Lunch Spring Family Reunion Healthy Low Cholesterol Engagement Party Party Potluck Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring 2 1/2 cups water to boil in small saucepan. Add quinoa and 1 teaspoon salt; return to boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water is absorbed, 15 to 17 minutes. Drain if necessary.
- Puree broth, 1 cup peas, 4 tablespoons mint, and garlic in blender until smooth
- Melt butter in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add leek and shallots; sauté until soft and light brown, about 4 minutes. Stir in mushrooms, then asparagus; sauté until mushrooms are tender and asparagus is crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Mix in puree and 1 cup peas; stir until heated through, about 2 minutes. Add quinoa; stir to coat.
- Divide pilaf among bowls; sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon mint and serve.
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Ch Shahzaib
s-ch@gmail.comI made this pilaf for my family and they all loved it! The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were flavorful. I especially liked the addition of feta cheese, which gave the dish a nice tang. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Agnes Adams
adams@aol.comThis pilaf was delicious! The quinoa was fluffy and the vegetables were tender. I loved the combination of flavors and spices. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Lmack685
lmack685@yahoo.comThis recipe was a bit too complicated for my taste. I prefer recipes that are quick and easy to make. I also found that the pilaf was a bit too dry. Overall, I was not impressed with this recipe.
Bikashani Katuwal
bikashani_k20@yahoo.comI'm a big fan of pilaf and this recipe did not disappoint! The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were flavorful. I especially liked the addition of pistachios, which added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
DEE187U
dee187u83@hotmail.comThis recipe was easy to follow and the pilaf turned out great! I made a few substitutions, using brown rice instead of quinoa and adding some chopped sun-dried tomatoes. The pilaf was flavorful and filling. I will definitely be making this again.
Mur saleen
m.s@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly and my pilaf turned out perfect! The quinoa was fluffy and the vegetables were cooked just right. I loved the combination of flavors and textures. This dish is a great addition to my weeknight dinner rotation.
Godstime Briggs
briggs-g71@hotmail.comThis pilaf was a bit bland for my taste. I think it would have been better with more spices or herbs. I also found that the quinoa was a bit too firm for my liking. Overall, I was not impressed with this recipe.
Induwana Masakorala
masakoralai@gmail.comI'm not a big fan of quinoa, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I was pleasantly surprised. The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were flavorful. I especially liked the addition of mint, which gave the dish a refreshing flavor.
Juozas Rudnickas123
j.rudnickas12328@gmail.comThis recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some asparagus, peas, and carrots that were about to go bad, so I threw them into this pilaf and it turned out great! The quinoa added a nice nutty flavor and the vegetables were cooked
Chris Olivas
c_olivas@hotmail.comI made this pilaf for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors and textures. The quinoa was fluffy and the vegetables were crisp-tender. I also appreciated how easy it was to make. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Bilal Niazi
niazi@gmail.comThis quinoa and spring vegetable pilaf was a delightful dish! The combination of quinoa, fresh vegetables, and herbs created a flavorful and healthy meal. The pilaf was easy to make and cooked perfectly in my rice cooker. I especially enjoyed the add