Pumpkinseed Quinoa Pilaf

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

1
Combine water and quinoa in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
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Remove from heat, and fluff with a fork; set aside.
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Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
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Add jicama and next 5 ingredients (jicama through minced jalapeo pepper); saut 5 minutes or until tender.
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Add quinoa, tomato, and next 5 ingredients (tomato through salt); saut 1 minute or until thoroughly heated.
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Garnish with small jalapeo, if desired.
DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings5
Health Score44
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