Best Red Quinoa Pilaf With Caribbean Flavors Recipes

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QUINOA PILAF



Quinoa Pilaf image

Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups vegetable broth
1 cup quinoa, rinsed well
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon salt and pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon preserved lemon rind, finely diced
1 tomato, finely chopped
1 (15-ounce) can artichoke hearts in water, drained and quartered
1/2 red onion, diced
1/2 cup black olives, pitted
1/4 cup currants
Fresh mint leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine broth, quinoa, bay leaf, turmeric, salt, pepper and olive oil in a saucepan. Stir in preserved lemon and cover. Simmer until water is absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes. Turn off heat. Add tomato, artichokes, onion, olives and currants, mix well to combine. Top with mint and serve.

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 AND BEAN PILAF



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 green), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 scallions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
3 scallions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
2 stalks celery, diced
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Kosher salt
1 cup quinoa
2 15-ounce cans black and/or kidney beans, drained and rinsed
4 cups baby spinach (about 3 ounces)
1/2 cup shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese
Hot sauce, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bell peppers, scallion whites and celery and cook, stirring, until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, tomato paste, cayenne and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring often, until the tomato paste turns brick red, about 2 minutes. Stir in the quinoa, then add 2 cups water and the beans. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring often, until most of the water is absorbed and the quinoa is cooked through, about 15 minutes. Add up to 1/4 cup more water if necessary.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the spinach until just wilted. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt and half each of the scallion greens and cheese. Divide among bowls and sprinkle with the remaining scallion greens and cheese. Serve with hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394, Fat 15 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 15 milligrams, Sodium 724 milligrams, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 16 grams

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 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

RED QUINOA PILAF WITH CARIBBEAN FLAVORS



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A tasty quinoa dish with the zing of lime and a depth of tropical and not-so-tropical flavors. Goes great with jerk-style grilled meats!

Provided by Always Cooking Up Something

Categories     Grain Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup red quinoa, rinsed and drained
2 cups water
1 pinch salt
1 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed
1 unripe mango, shredded
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 serrano chile pepper, minced
6 green onions, chopped
¼ cup sliced almonds
¼ cup dried cranberries
¼ cup fresh shaved coconut
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
½ cup lime juice
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the quinoa into a saucepan over medium-high heat, and toast the quinoa in the dry pan, shaking the pan frequently, until the quinoa is dry and giving off a roasted fragrance, 2 to 5 minutes. Stir in water and a pinch of salt, bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer the quinoa for about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the edamame, mango, bell pepper, and serrano chile, cover, and simmer the mixture until the water has been absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy, about 5 more minutes. Stir in the green onions, almonds, cranberries, coconut, cilantro, lime juice, balsamic vinegar, and salt and pepper. Bring the mixture back to a simmer, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.2 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 65.6 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

QUINOA PILAF



Quinoa Pilaf image

I created this recipe after tasting quinoa at a local restaurant. I really enjoy rice pilaf, but I don't usually have time to make it. This quick-cooking side is a tasty alternative. -Sonya Fox of Peyton, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium carrot, finely chopped
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup quinoa, rinsed

Steps:

  • In a small nonstick saucepan coated with cooking spray, cook onion and carrot in oil for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the broth, water and salt; bring to a boil., Add quinoa. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from the heat. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 434mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

RED QUINOA PILAF WITH CARIBBEAN FLAVORS



Red Quinoa Pilaf with Caribbean Flavors image

A tasty quinoa dish with the zing of lime and a depth of tropical and not-so-tropical flavors. Goes great with jerk-style grilled meats!

Provided by Always Cooking Up Something

Categories     Grain Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup red quinoa, rinsed and drained
2 cups water
1 pinch salt
1 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed
1 unripe mango, shredded
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 serrano chile pepper, minced
6 green onions, chopped
¼ cup sliced almonds
¼ cup dried cranberries
¼ cup fresh shaved coconut
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
½ cup lime juice
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the quinoa into a saucepan over medium-high heat, and toast the quinoa in the dry pan, shaking the pan frequently, until the quinoa is dry and giving off a roasted fragrance, 2 to 5 minutes. Stir in water and a pinch of salt, bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer the quinoa for about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the edamame, mango, bell pepper, and serrano chile, cover, and simmer the mixture until the water has been absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy, about 5 more minutes. Stir in the green onions, almonds, cranberries, coconut, cilantro, lime juice, balsamic vinegar, and salt and pepper. Bring the mixture back to a simmer, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.2 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 65.6 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

QUINOA VEGETABLE PILAF



Quinoa Vegetable Pilaf image

If you've never tried quinoa, this colorful side dish makes a great introduction. The combination is wonderful. -Jill Heatwole, Pittsville, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped carrot
1/2 teaspoon canola oil
1/4 cup uncooked jasmine rice
1/4 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 cup chicken broth
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup chopped fresh broccoli

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, saute onion and carrot in oil until tender. Add rice and quinoa; stir to coat. Stir in broth and pepper., Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed, adding the broccoli during the last 3 minutes of cooking. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 300mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

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