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Pomegranate Quinoa Pilaf

Pomegranate Quinoa Pilaf
You can never have too many side dish recipes, so give Pomegranate Quinoa Pilaf a try. This recipe covers 12% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe makes 6 servings with 231 calories, 8g of protein, and 12g of fat each. Head to the store and pick up flat-leaf parsley, juice of lemon, lemon zest, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, dairy free, and vegetarian diet.

Instructions

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Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat.
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Saute the onion until translucent and fragrant.
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Add the quinoa and stir to coat.
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Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 tablespoon olive oil, pomegranate seeds, scallions, parsley, lemon juice, zest, and sugar.
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Add the quinoa and season with salt, and pepper to taste.
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Garnish with toasted, slivered almonds.
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Serves: 6; Calories: 248; Total Fat: 12.5 grams; Saturated Fat: 1 gram; Protein: 9 grams; Total carbohydrates: 27 grams; Sugar: 4 grams; Fiber: 4 grams; Cholesterol: 0 milligrams; Sodium: 109 milligrams
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DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings6
Health Score26
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