VEGETABLE QUINOA PILAF
Quinoa is a delicately flavored grain, native to South America. It can be found in most health food stores. For even more flavorful pilaf, use vegetable stock in place of the water.
Provided by Laura Jull
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pour oil into a medium saucepan, and place over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and carrots; cook and stir for 10 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
- Using a strainer, rinse quinoa under cold water. Drain well. Stir into the vegetables; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add water, bay leaf and lemon rind and juice; bring to boil. Cover, and reduce heat to medium low. Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is tender.
- Discard bay leaf. Stir in peas, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Carbohydrate 29.1 g, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 76.8 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
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Gershon Mensah
[email protected]This is the best vegetable quinoa pilaf recipe I've ever tried. It's flavorful, healthy, and easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.
Md siddik Md Siddikhosan
[email protected]I love the pop of color that the vegetables add to this pilaf. It's a beautiful and delicious dish.
Blue Line
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.
Tiffany Davis
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of quinoa, but this recipe made me a believer! The pilaf was so flavorful and satisfying.
Papu Panda
[email protected]This is a great recipe for meal prep. I make a big batch on the weekend and then eat it throughout the week for lunch or dinner.
Roksana Chowdhuri
[email protected]I love the versatility of this recipe. I've made it with different vegetables, spices, and even different grains, and it's always delicious.
CHAIRESSE Siler
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the pilaf turned out great! I added some extra vegetables, such as bell peppers and mushrooms, and it was delicious.
adreinna
[email protected]I've tried many quinoa pilaf recipes, but this one is by far the best. The combination of vegetables, spices, and quinoa is perfect.
star Queen
[email protected]I made this recipe for my vegan friends and they loved it! It's a great way to get your daily dose of veggies.
Amanda sparks
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for a healthy and delicious side dish. It's perfect for potlucks and parties.
Md Talip
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of quinoa, but this recipe changed my mind! The vegetables and spices really elevate the quinoa and make it a flavorful and satisfying dish.
Rida Sultan
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.
Deneth Shehan
[email protected]This vegetable quinoa pilaf was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing, and the quinoa was cooked perfectly.