Description
A delightful and nourishing gluten-free pilaf that balances flavor and nutrition, perfect for busy weeknights and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 chopped onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 cup mixed vegetables
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro) for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold running water to remove saponin.
- In a pot, bring 2 cups of vegetable broth or water to a boil.
- Add the rinsed quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add onion and garlic, sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Add mixed vegetables to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Fluff cooked quinoa with a fork and mix it into the skillet with vegetables. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for about 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg