Quinoa Pilaf with Almonds
A healthy and delicious side dish, this quinoa pilaf is packed with protein and flavor. The almonds add a nice crunch and the herbs bring a freshness to the dish.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Parsley - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Onion - 1, finely chopped
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Almonds - 1/2 cup, sliced
- Water - 2 cups
- Quinoa - 1 cup
Let's Get Started
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed.
- While the quinoa is cooking, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Add the almonds to the skillet and cook until they are lightly toasted.
- Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork and add it to the skillet. Stir in the parsley and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve the quinoa pilaf warm.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Side Dish
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: 30g
- Protein: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Sugar: 3g
