Pumpkinseed Quinoa Pilaf
Pumpkinseed Quinoa Pilaf is a gluten free and vegan side dish. This recipe serves 5. One portion of this dish contains about 6g of protein, 4g of fat, and a total of 173 calories. This recipe covers 13% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. A mixture of salt, onion, olive oil, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so flavorful. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes.
Instructions
Combine water and quinoa in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
Remove from heat, and fluff with a fork; set aside.
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Add jicama and next 5 ingredients (jicama through minced jalapeo pepper); saut 5 minutes or until tender.
Add quinoa, tomato, and next 5 ingredients (tomato through salt); saut 1 minute or until thoroughly heated.
Garnish with small jalapeo, if desired.