VEGETABLE QUINOA PILAF

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Make and share this Vegetable Quinoa Pilaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bayhill

Categories     Grains

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup quinoa, uncooked
1 3/4 cups canned chicken broth, undiluted
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 medium leeks, finely chopped (use white portion only)
1/4 cup red bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup yellow bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup green bell pepper, chopped
3/4 cup carrot, finely chopped
1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/4 teaspoon pepper, freshly ground (to taste)
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Rinse quinoa with cold water according to the directions on the package; drain.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and broth; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until quinoa is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  • In a medium skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add leeks, peppers, carrots, and celery. Cook for 6 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in garlic; cook 1 minute.
  • Combine vegetable mixture and quinoa. Stir in cheese, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle with parsley.

Timothy Velasquez
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I love how versatile this recipe is. You can use any kind of vegetables that you like, and you can even add meat or fish if you want.


Faduil Alhj
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a ton of vegetables in my fridge that I need to use up, and this recipe is a great way to do that.


Riley robinson
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it!


James Pepe
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Lumiere Samuel Jr Kpavouvou
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I love this recipe! It's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


Nagina ali
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I wasn't sure how I would like this dish, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors were well-balanced and the quinoa was cooked perfectly.


Muhmmad Arshad Hussein
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are always delicious. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.


Joy BYRD
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Karen Bradshaw
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This quinoa pilaf was a hit with my family. The vegetables were perfectly cooked and the quinoa was fluffy and flavorful. I especially liked the addition of the dried cranberries and pistachios, which gave the dish a nice crunch and sweetness.


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