QUINOA ALMOND PILAF

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Quinoa Almond Pilaf image

High-protein side dish with plenty of flavor and crunch. Rinsing the quinoa three times will help to eliminate any bitterness.

Provided by Ann Kosa

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegan

Time 45m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 16

½ cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
1 cup cold water
¼ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 celery rib, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
8 almonds, coarsely chopped
1 small tomato, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons raisins
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon dried thyme
⅛ teaspoon dried oregano
1 pinch coarse sea salt

Steps:

  • Combine quinoa, cold water, and salt in a saucepan; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, place a cover on the saucepan, and cook until the liquid is fully absorbed, about 15 minutes.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir celery, onion, carrot, and garlic in the hot oil until the onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir almonds, tomato, raisins, salt, pepper, thyme, and oregano into the vegetable mixture; cook and stir 1 minute more.
  • Fluff the quinoa with a fork and stir into the mixture in the skillet; cook and stir until evenly mixed and hot, about 30 seconds.
  • Divide between 3 plates; sprinkle the top of each portion with a scattering of a few coarse sea salt granules for a surprising crunch of salty goodness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33 g, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 506 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

Subas Adhikari
[email protected]

This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I love that it's made with healthy ingredients and that it's so versatile.


Kainat Raza
[email protected]

Overall, I enjoyed the quinoa almond pilaf. It's a healthy and flavorful dish that is easy to make.


Ayaan Rishard
[email protected]

This dish was a bit too spicy for me. I think it would be better with less cayenne pepper.


Zubair Jattak
[email protected]

I found the quinoa almond pilaf to be a bit dry. I think it would be better with some added liquid, such as broth or water.


Arslsn
[email protected]

This dish is a bit bland for my taste. I think it would be better with some added herbs or spices.


kijjambu stuart
[email protected]

I'm always looking for new ways to cook quinoa, and this pilaf is a great option. It's a delicious and healthy dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish.


Kossy Stephanie
[email protected]

This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I love that it's made with healthy ingredients and that it's so versatile.


ALMUSLIM MEDIA (‫المسلم میڈیا‬‎)
[email protected]

Overall, I enjoyed the quinoa almond pilaf. It's a healthy and flavorful dish that is easy to make.


King sneaky yt
[email protected]

This dish was a bit too spicy for me. I think it would be better with less cayenne pepper.


Nhissan Hasan
[email protected]

I found the quinoa almond pilaf to be a bit dry. I think it would be better with some added liquid, such as broth or water.


Kings Bwembya
[email protected]

The quinoa almond pilaf was a bit bland for my taste. I think it would be better with some added herbs or spices.


its. Rumon
[email protected]

I'm always looking for new ways to cook quinoa, and this pilaf is a great option. It's a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish.


lovely samuels
[email protected]

This is the perfect dish for a weeknight meal. It's quick, easy, and healthy.


Md Mafia
[email protected]

The quinoa almond pilaf was a hit with my family! Even my picky kids loved it.


Kimberly lopez
[email protected]

This dish was easy to make and packed with flavor. I'll definitely be adding it to my regular dinner rotation.


Ameerchandio chandio
[email protected]

I love the nutty flavor of the almonds in this pilaf. It's a great way to add some extra protein and healthy fats to my diet.


DIY EVERYTHING
[email protected]

This quinoa almond pilaf is a delightful dish that is both healthy and flavorful. The combination of quinoa, almonds, and spices creates a satisfying and nutritious meal.