Description
A simple and flavorful side dish made with quinoa and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
- While the quinoa cooks, heat the olive oil in a separate skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the cooked quinoa to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir well to combine.
- Stir in the fresh parsley, chives, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper to your preference.
- Heat through for 1 to 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, toast the dry quinoa in the olive oil for 2 minutes before adding the broth.
- You can substitute chicken broth for vegetable broth if desired.
- Use any combination of fresh, hardy herbs you prefer.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup cooked
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 42
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 9
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: quinoa, pilaf, savory, herbs, side dish, vegetarian, healthy grain