QUINOA AND PEPPER PILAF
Protein-packed quinoa is toasted, then cooked until tender with sweet peppers and garlic for a hearty side dish. You can serve this wholesome grain dish hot, at room temperature or even chilled--perfect for any season!
Provided by Swanson®
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Swanson®
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a 2-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the shallot and garlic and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the peppers and quinoa and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the broth and heat to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 20 minutes or until the quinoa is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Stir in the parsley. Season, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.2 g, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 271.8 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
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JAMAAL GLICK
[email protected]I'm a vegetarian, and I'm always looking for new and interesting vegetarian recipes. This dish is a great addition to my repertoire.
Hamza Amjid
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. I always have some leftover quinoa in my fridge, and this is a great way to use it up.
Yancey Hinman
[email protected]I love the smoky flavor that the roasted peppers give to this dish. It's a really unique and delicious flavor.
Lesego Masoga
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a summer cookout. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to make ahead of time.
Sudip Kharel
[email protected]I'm a busy mom, and I don't have a lot of time to cook. This recipe is a lifesaver. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.
Evelyn Franks
[email protected]This dish is a great way to meal prep for the week. I make a big batch on Sunday, and then I have lunch and dinner ready to go all week long.
perfectsuccess Anthony
[email protected]I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use different types of peppers, grains, and spices to create your own unique dish.
MD AFRID
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and healthy recipes, and this one fits the bill. It's packed with vegetables and whole grains, and it's low in fat and calories.
Ace Dority
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the colorful peppers, and they didn't even notice the quinoa.
ali dadu
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I'll definitely be making it again for my next party.
Ashley Foster
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of quinoa, but I really enjoyed this dish. The peppers and spices really helped to balance out the flavor of the quinoa.
Misbah Maqbool
[email protected]This recipe is a great starting point, but I made a few changes to suit my own taste. I added some chopped sun-dried tomatoes and a bit of chili powder. It turned out delicious!
Faiz Abbas
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my pilaf turned out mushy. I think I might have overcooked the quinoa.
Mehtab ali Baloch
[email protected]This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it would have been better with some additional herbs or spices.
Aaron Boykin
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The quinoa and peppers are a great combination, and the spices give the dish a really nice flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.
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[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it!
Evelyn Chasaya
[email protected]I love how versatile this dish is. I've made it with different types of peppers and grains, and it's always delicious. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables, too.
Blake herwat
[email protected]This quinoa and pepper pilaf was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing, and the dish was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.