Best Quinoa With Snap Peas And Pepita Mint Pesto Recipes

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QUINOA, PEAS, AND MINT TABBOULEH



Quinoa, Peas, and Mint Tabbouleh image

Provided by Michael Solomonov

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup quinoa
1 cup fresh peas or thawed frozen peas
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup diced red onion
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
Pinch ground Aleppo pepper
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Cook the quinoa in 1 cup boiling water in a small saucepan, covered, for 15 to 20 minutes, until all the liquid has been absorbed. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the peas until tender, about 2 minutes. Drain, submerge in ice water to cool quickly, and mash with a fork. Combine the quinoa and mashed peas with the parsley, onion, lemon juice, oil, mint, Aleppo pepper, and a big pinch of salt in a medium bowl. Toss to combine and serve.
  • Photograph copyright © 2015 by Michael Persico

QUINOA CONFETTI SALAD WITH SUGAR SNAP PEAS & TOASTED PEPITAS



Quinoa Confetti Salad with Sugar Snap Peas & Toasted Pepitas image

This light, veggie-packed, and protein-rich salad is equally perfect for potlucks, packed lunches, or super-easy dinners.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup dried quinoa (about 1 1/2 cup cooked)
2 cups sugar snap peas
1/2 cup raw pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
1/2 cup grated carrots (about 2 small carrots)
1/4 cup finely diced red onion (about 1/4 small onion)
1/4 cup minced chives
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the quinoa according to package directions. Set aside and allow to cool.
  • Fill a medium saucepan half full with water and bring to a boil. Add the sugar snap peas and boil for one minute. Using a slotted spoon, transfer peas to a few layers of paper towels to dry and cool. When cool enough to handle, cut into 1-inch long pieces.
  • Place a medium saute pan over medium heat. Add the pepitas and cook, stirring constantly, until toasted and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Set aside and allow to cool.
  • Add quinoa, peas, and pepitas to a large bowl along with the carrots, onion, and chives. Toss to combine.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Pour dressing over salad and toss again to coat.
  • Taste and add additional salt and pepper if desired.
  • To store, cover tightly with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to two days.

QUINOA WITH PEAS AND ONION



Quinoa with Peas and Onion image

Even picky eaters will love this protein-packed dish. If you have freshly shelled peas on hand, substitute them for the frozen. —Lori Panarella, Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups water
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/2 cups frozen peas
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from the heat; fluff with a fork. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add peas; cook and stir until heated through. Stir in the cooked quinoa, salt and pepper. Sprinkle with walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 244mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

QUINOA WITH SNAP PEAS AND PEPITA-MINT PESTO



Quinoa with Snap Peas and Pepita-Mint Pesto image

Hulled pumpkin seeds (also known as pepitas) give a little more crunch and toastiness to the pesto in this recipe.

Provided by Claire Thomas : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup quinoa
1/4 cup fresh mint
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 clove garlic
1/4 cup fresh grated Parmesan
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1/2 cup toasted pepitas (hulled pumpkin seeds)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for garnish
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup halved snap peas (see Cook's Note)

Steps:

  • Rinse and cook the quinoa according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • Make the pesto: Combine the mint, parsley, garlic, Parmesan, lemon zest and 1/4 cup of the pepitas in a food processor. Pulse, drizzling in the 1/4 cup olive oil, until a loose paste forms. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Place the cooked quinoa in a large bowl and toss with the pesto until coated. Add the snap peas and remaining 1/4 cup pepitas. Toss until well combined. Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and add salt and pepper to taste.

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