Savory Quinoa Pilaf

Savory Quinoa Pilaf is a wholesome and satisfying dish that combines nutty quinoa with aromatic vegetables and spices, perfect for a late-night meal. This nutritious dish is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor, making it a delightful choice for midnight cravings.

Ingredients

• Quinoa - 1 cup
• Vegetable broth - 2 cups
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Bell pepper - 1/2, diced
• Spinach - 1 cup, chopped
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water in a fine mesh strainer and set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, garlic, carrot, and celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes until they are softened.
3. Add the diced bell pepper, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pan, stirring for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Stir in the rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
5. Once cooked, remove from heat and fluff the quinoa with a fork. Stir in the chopped spinach, parsley, and lemon juice, allowing the spinach to wilt.
6. Serve warm and enjoy your Savory Quinoa Pilaf.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and essential amino acids from quinoa.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from the variety of vegetables.

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