QUINOA PILAF (WW 4 PTS)( 5 PTS FOR WW+)

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Source: Anne Lindsay's New Light Cooking. Quinoa has a mild flavor making it a pleasant substitute for rice. It can be served with meats, stir frys or in salads. It's available in many supermarkets and in health food stores

Provided by Dreamer in Ontario

Categories     Low Protein

Time 37m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 onion, chopped
1 stalk celery (including leaves)
2 carrots, finely chopped
1/2 cup quinoa
1 cup vegetable stock or 1 cup chicken broth
1 cup butternut squash, peeled and diced (optional)
1 bay leaf
fresh lemon rind, grated from1 lemon
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup frozen peas
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in nonstick pan and cook onion, celery and carrots for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Rinse quinoa with cold water, drain well and add to pan.
  • Cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
  • Add water, bay leaf, lemon rind and juice.
  • Add squash, if using.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, cover then simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is tender.
  • Discard bay leaf and stir in peas.
  • Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.5, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 67.5, Carbohydrate 27.6, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 4.2, Protein 5.9

Towaare Potuo
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This is the best quinoa pilaf I've ever had! It's so flavorful and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.


Aaqib Khan
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's delicious, healthy, and easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Stinnet Burge
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This quinoa pilaf is the perfect make-ahead meal. I can make a big batch on the weekend, and then I have healthy lunches and dinners all week long.


Family May&Taylor
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I love that this recipe is so healthy. It's packed with nutrients, and it's low in calories and fat.


Ramiyah Ponder
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This quinoa pilaf is a great way to get your kids to eat healthy. It's colorful, flavorful, and fun to eat.


Aria Hess
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I'm not usually a fan of quinoa, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying, I can't get enough of it.


Blake Rafter
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This quinoa pilaf is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and filling, and it always makes me feel better on a cold day.


Jeryboy Jeryboy
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've used it as a side dish, a main course, and even a breakfast bowl. It's always delicious.


Anjal Bk
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for healthy and easy side dishes, and this one fits the bill perfectly.


Mukarram Abdullah Hassan
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I've tried other quinoa pilaf recipes before, but this one is definitely the best. It's the perfect balance of fluffy and chewy, and the flavors are amazing.


Shah_Meer Khan
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This quinoa pilaf is the perfect side dish for any meal. It's light and fluffy, with a nutty flavor that pairs well with just about anything.


Rich A.japorn
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I love that this recipe is so easy to follow. Even if you're a beginner cook, you can make this dish without any problems.


Willisha Moorehead
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This quinoa pilaf is a game-changer! It's so flavorful and versatile. I've made it several times already, and it's always a hit.