HERBED QUINOA PILAF

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Provided by B. Smith

Categories     Herb     Onion     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low/No Sugar     Basil     Pine Nut     Quinoa     Summer     Healthy     Vegan     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups quinoa (about 18 ounces)
4 1/2 cups water
3/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 cups pine nuts, lightly toasted
3/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1 1/2 cups chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Place quinoa in large strainer. Rinse under cold running water until water is clear. Transfer quinoa to large saucepan; add 4 1/2 cups water and salt. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed and quinoa is tender, about 20 minutes. Transfer quinoa to large bowl; fluff with fork. Stir in oil and lemon juice. Cool to room temperature. Mix in pine nuts and red onion. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Cover and chill.) Mix in basil.

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