Holiday Herb Quinoa Pilaf
Holiday Herb Quinoa Pilaf is a vibrant and flavorful dish that adds a festive touch to any gathering. This easy-to-make pilaf combines fluffy quinoa with fresh herbs, colorful bell peppers, and aromatic garlic, creating a delightful harmony of tastes and textures. Perfect as a side or vegetarian main course, this pilaf not only enhances your holiday table but also brings joy to every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup assorted bell peppers, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve.
- In a saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa with vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and bell peppers; cook until tender.
- Fluff cooked quinoa with a fork and add it to the skillet with sautéed veggies. Toss gently to combine.
- Season with salt, pepper, parsley, thyme, and lemon juice; stir until well mixed.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, toast the rinsed quinoa in the saucepan for 2 minutes before adding broth. Customize by adding nuts like almonds or dried fruits like cranberries for extra texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.