Vegetable Quinoa Pilaf

Submitted by Bayhill

"Quinoa is a delicate flavored, rice-like grain that is a rich source of protein."

 

• Ready In: 50mins
• Ingredients: 14
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa, uncooked
• 1 3⁄4 cups canned chicken broth, undiluted
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 2 medium leeks, finely chopped (use white portion only)
• 1⁄4 cup red bell pepper, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup yellow bell pepper, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup green bell pepper, chopped
• 3⁄4 cup carrot, finely chopped
• 1⁄2 cup celery, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, freshly grated
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper, freshly ground (to taste)
• 1⁄4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

directions

1. Rinse quinoa with cold water according to the directions on the package; drain.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and broth; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until quinoa is tender and liquid is absorbed.
3. In a medium skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add leeks, peppers, carrots, and celery. Cook for 6 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in garlic; cook 1 minute.
4. Combine vegetable mixture and quinoa. Stir in cheese, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle with parsley.

Reviews

[Andi Longmeadow Farm]

Really wonderful quinoa, loved all the fresh vegetables melded into the wonderful mix of grain. I ran out of quinoa - (for the full servings) so I added a bit of wild rice along side. It's so wonderful, you will have to eat the first bowl all by yourself, and then squeak in for a second helping! Very easy to put together, and the topping of the parmesan cheese is a perfect addition. Made for *Photo Swap* Photo Forum January 2010

 

[Linky]

Because I hate to over-salt a dish, I only added what the recipe said. It was a little on the bland side, so I doctored it up with a little more salt and some extra garlic. Anyway, it turned out just fine - loved all the veggies. And quinoa is the cutest grain with those little circles!!

 

[Katanashrp]

The absolute best quinoa recipe ever. Period.

 

[PaulaG]

This dish is really full of flavor and has the added plus of tons and tons of veggies throughout. I used red quinoa and just eyeballed the veggies. It was served at room temperature with Recipe #169824 for a delicious Bayhill meal. Made for PAC Spring 2013.

 

[lauralie41]

A new favorite dish for me! This quinoa pilaf reminded me of a pilaf I made with brown rice, enjoy that hint of nuttiness. I used vegetable broth and dried parsley since that was all I had on hand. Perfect for lunch or a light supper! Made and reviewed for the Australian/NewZealand Forums Recipe Swap #73.