Best Quinoa And Pepper Pilaf Recipes

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QUINOA PILAF



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Naturally high-protein and gluten-free quinoa, cooked with onions, garlic, bell peppers, pilaf style, with chopped fresh herbs added for the finish. Healthy and easy!

Provided by Elise Bauer

Categories     Side Dish     Pilaf     Quinoa

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided in half
1/2 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
1/4 bell pepper, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons pine nuts
1 cup uncooked quinoa
2 cups water
Pinch freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or Thai basil*
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives (or green onions including the greens)
1 small cucumber, peeled, seeds removed, chopped
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Rinse quinoa if instructed on box: Check your box of quinoa, if it recommends rinsing the quinoa, place the quinoa in a large sieve and rinse it until the water runs clear. (Some brands don't require rinsing.)
  • Sauté onion, bell pepper, garlic, pine nuts: Heat 1 Tbsp of olive oil on medium high heat in a 1 1/2 to 2 quart pot. Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic and pine nuts and cook, stirring occasionally until the onions are translucent, but not browned.
  • Add quinoa: Add the uncooked quinoa and cook, stirring occasionally for a couple more minutes. You can let some of the quinoa get a little toasted.
  • Add water, salt, bring to simmer: Add 2 cups of water and one teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil and reduce the heat to low so that the quinoa and water are simmering while the pot is partially covered (enough to let out some steam). Simmer for 20 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the water has been absorbed. Remove from heat and put into a large serving bowl. Fluff up with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 83 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 12 g, ServingSize Serves 3-4, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

QUINOA AND PEPPER PILAF



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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

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 shallot, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1 medium yellow bell pepper, diced
1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed
2 cups Swanson® Certified Organic Vegetable Broth or Swanson® Vegetable Broth
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

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

QUINOA PILAF



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A delicious and easy quinoa recipe. Serve with a salad and crusty bread for a complete meal.

Provided by JBUCK123

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ cup chopped onion
2 carrots, chopped
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 cups vegetable broth
¾ cup chopped walnuts
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook onion in oil for 5 minutes, or until translucent. Add carrot, and cook 3 minutes more. Stir in quinoa and vegetable broth, and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook 15 to 20 minutes, or until quinoa is tender and fluffy.
  • In a bowl, toss quinoa together with walnuts and parsley. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.9 g, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 259.8 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

QUINOA PILAF



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 large or 4 small shallots, chopped
1 small red pepper, stemmed, seeded, deveined and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus extra for seasoning
1 1/2 cups quinoa
1/4 cup white wine, such as pinot grigio
1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 packed cup arugula, chopped
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced into 1/2-inch pieces
Zest of 1 lemon

Steps:

  • Cook's Note: To toast the almonds, arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F oven until lightly toasted, 6 to 8 minutes. Cool completely before using.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large saucepan or a high-sided skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallots and cook until soft, about 2 minutes. Add the bell pepper, salt and pepper. Cook until the vegetables are tender, 5 minutes. Make a space in the center of the vegetables and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil. Add the quinoa and cook, stirring constantly, until coated with oil, about 2 minutes. Add the wine and cook until all of the liquid has evaporated, about 2 minutes. Add the broth and bring to a boil. Cover the pan and simmer until all of the broth has been absorbed and the quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes. Keep covered and let sit for 10 minutes. Add the arugula, almonds, mint, cucumber and lemon zest and toss well. Season with salt and pepper.

QUINOA PILAF



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Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons fat (recommended: butter, olive oil, or vegetable oil)
1/2 onion or 1 shallot, diced
1 cup quinoa
2 cups liquid (recommended: water, broth, stock, etc.)
Fresh herbs, spices, or seasonings
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Quinoa Pilaf Variations, recipes follow

Steps:

  • Heat the fat in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat. Saute the onion until translucent and fragrant. Add the quinoa and stir to coat. Add the liquid and bring to a simmer for about 20 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is tender. Combine with the herbs, spices, or seasonings and season with salt, and pepper, to taste.
  • Quinoa Pilaf Variations:
  • Coconut-Lime Quinoa: Cook the quinoa in 1 cup coconut milk and 1 cup chicken broth. Season the quinoa with fresh lime zest and lime juice.
  • Mediterranean Quinoa: When the quinoa has finished cooking, add chopped fresh parsley, diced tomatoes, kalamata olives, fresh lemon juice and zest. Top with feta cheese.
  • Lemon-Thyme Quinoa: Cook the quinoa in 1/4 cup lemon juice and 1 3/4 cups chicken broth. Season the quinoa with chopped fresh thyme leaves.

QUINOA PEPPER PILAF



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This protein-packed quinoa is toasted, then cooked until tender with sweet peppers and garlic for a hearty side dish or add some meat or seafood for the main dish! This dish is from Swanson Vegetable Broth. I think this is another great way to use quinoa other than in a salad.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Vegetables

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 Tbsp olive oil
1 shallot, minced
2 clove garlic, minced
1 c red bell pepper, diced
1 c yellow bell pepper, diced
1 c uncooked quinoa, rinsed several times
2 c swanson vegetable broth
2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • 1. 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 every once in awhile.
  • 2. 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.
  • 3. Note: For the main dish add: some sweet potato cut into bite size pieces some chicken -cut in bite size pieces some peas Salt & pepper Some fresh cilantro chili pepper chopped from jar

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