HERBED QUINOA AND CHICKPEA PILAF

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This protein-rich side dish is loaded with flavor and quick to prepare! Nutritious GOYA® Organic Quinoa is simmered beautifully with recaíto and orange juice. Then, plump and nutty GOYA® Chick Peas are stirred in, along with fresh mint, parsley and hazelnuts. Enjoy this delicious medley of fresh spring tastes!

Provided by Goya

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Goya®

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon GOYA® Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 tablespoons GOYA® Recaito
1 cup GOYA® Organic Quinoa
¾ cup orange juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 (15.5 ounce) can GOYA® Chick Peas, rinsed and drained
½ cup mint leaves, chopped
½ cup parsley leaves, chopped
⅓ cup toasted hazelnuts or pistachios, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine oil, Recaito, quinoa, orange juice, salt and 3/4 cup water to boil. Simmer covered over medium-low heat, until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is tender, 20 minutes. Stir in chick peas. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Stir in mint, parsley and hazelnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23.1 g, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 392.1 mg, Sugar 3 g

Nila ff
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests.


Habalabadaba DingDong
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This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal.


nora
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat healthy.


Laron Kinney
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I love the combination of flavors in this recipe.


A Jabbar Sheikh
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Adwoa Ampofo
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit.


Redey hasan shek
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Lisa J Music
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook quinoa and this recipe is a keeper.


Anmol Shah
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This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and fiber.


Dick Chance
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family. The flavors are amazing and the dish is very filling.


Aswin 00yt
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover quinoa and chickpeas. It's also a healthy and delicious meal that can be made in under 30 minutes.