Quinoa Pilaf

Ingredients - Serves 4

• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt and pepper - To taste
• Chicken or vegetable broth - 2 cups
• Red bell pepper - 1, finely chopped
• Carrot - 1, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1, finely chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Quinoa - 1 cup

Let's Get Started

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
3. Add the onion, garlic, carrot, and bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the quinoa to the saucepan and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
5. Add the broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
7. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and stir in the parsley before serving.

Dietary Info

• Dish Type: Side Dish
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Calories: 220
• Fat: 4g
• Carbs: 39g
• Protein: 8g
• Sodium: 300mg
• Sugar: 3g