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Quinoa Pilaf Recipe

A simple and healthy quinoa pilaf recipe.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 220 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Quinoa
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • ¼ cup Chopped Parsley

Instructions 

  1. 1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
  2. 2. In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  3. 3. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
  4. 4. Add the quinoa and cook for a few minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. 5. Pour in the vegetable broth, add salt and pepper, and bring to a boil.
  6. 6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  7. 7. Fluff with a fork and stir in chopped parsley before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Healthy, Vegetarian
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