QUINOA PILAF WITH CRANBERRIES

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I got the idea for this from the Whole Foods recipe website, and, of course, added some extra spices to make it a bit more interesting. This was a great recipe to clean out the leftover quinoa, dried cranberries and almonds I had in my cubard! Quinoa is naturally wheat and gluten free and is a good source of complete protein for vegans and vegetarians. Be sure to rinse your quinoa really well under cold running water to remove any of the bitter coating from the outside! If you do not have garam masala, your favorite curry poweder will work too.

Provided by Kozmic Blues

Categories     Grains

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 small red onion, chopped
1 cup quinoa, rinsed well and drained
2 cups vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon garam masala
2/3 cup dried cranberries
2/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium pot over medium high heat.
  • Add onions and cook, stirring often, until just softened, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add quinoa, corriander and garam masala and toast, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
  • Stir in broth and salt and bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium low, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in cranberries, cover again and continue to cook until liquid is completely absorbed and quinoa is tender, 8 to 10 minutes more.
  • Toss with almonds and serve.

Hasan Ashik
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This pilaf is a great make-ahead dish. I often make it on the weekend and then reheat it for lunch or dinner during the week.


Tang Louis
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I'm not a huge fan of cranberries, but I really enjoyed this pilaf. The sweetness of the cranberries was perfectly balanced by the savory flavors of the quinoa and nuts.


Amiri Omary
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This pilaf is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a healthy and delicious side dish.


Callum Johnson
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I made this pilaf for a potluck and it was a big success. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Jackson Chola
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This pilaf was a hit at my dinner party. Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Osei Sampson
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook quinoa, and this recipe is a great one. The pilaf was fluffy and flavorful, and the cranberries added a nice touch of sweetness.


Fisokuhle Mabika
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This recipe was easy to follow and the pilaf turned out great. I especially liked the addition of the cranberries.


Mahar ali Dahiri
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pilaf turned out perfectly. It was a great side dish for my holiday meal.


Varney Teah
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This pilaf was a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Dakota
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I'm not usually a fan of quinoa, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The cranberries and nuts added a lot of flavor and texture.


APLEX GAMING
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I was looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish to serve with my roasted chicken, and this quinoa pilaf fit the bill perfectly. It was easy to make and had a great balance of flavors.


cassandra sphe
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfectly.


Naimat Khan
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Easy and delicious! I made this for dinner last night and my family loved it. The pilaf was flavorful and the cranberries added a nice touch of sweetness.


gamer gamer
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This quinoa pilaf with cranberries was a delightful dish! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. The quinoa was fluffy and cooked to perfection, while the cranberries added a tart and tangy sweetness. The nuts also added a nice crunch.


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