Quinoa Pilau

Quinoa Pilau
Quinoa Pilau requires approximately 1 hour from start to finish. This gluten free and vegan recipe serves 4. This side dish has 266 calories, 6g of protein, and 13g of fat per serving. 1 person found this recipe to be delicious and satisfying. Head to the store and pick up water, ground cinnamon, mint, and a few other things to make it today.

Instructions

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Bring water, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan; cook until quinoa has absorbed all the water, 15 to 20 minutes.
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WaterWater
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2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion and ginger until onion is lightly browned, 10 to 12 minutes.
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Add cinnamon and cloves; stir to coat. Stir in cooked quinoa.
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Remove skillet from heat; stir in mint and cilantro. Season with sea salt and black pepper. Allow mixture to cool; fluff with fork before serving.
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Garnish with blanched almonds.
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DifficultyHard
Ready In1 h
Servings4
Health Score19
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