Quinoa Pilaf
Sick of brown rice? This quinoa pilaf is full of flavour and is a great alternative. Pair this dish with some roasted veggies and a piece of grilled chicken breast and you’ll have a delicious, well-balanced meal.
Ingredients:
| Onion, medium, diced | 1 each | 1 each |
| Garlic cloves, minced | 2 each | 2 each |
| Olive oil | 1 Tbsp | 15 mL |
| Quinoa, uncooked | 1 cup | 250 mL |
| Vegetable or chicken broth, low sodium | 2 cups | 500 mL |
Directions:
- In the bottom of the pot over medium-high heat, add the onion, garlic, and olive oil.
- Sauté the onion and garlic until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the uncooked quinoa and the low sodium broth.
- Keep on medium-high heat until the mixture boils, and then turn to low and simmer for another 15 minutes until water has fully absorbed.
Makes 4 servings (195 g /serving). 1 serving = ½ cup
