Servings: Makes 3 servings
Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp olive or canola oil
- 1/2 Medium onion, chopped
- 1 stalk celery, chopped
- 1 Mediuim carrots, diced
- 1/2 cup quinoa
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 Tbsp lemon zest
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cup frozen green peas, thawed
- 1 dash Salt
- 1 dash pepper
Quinoa is a great alternative to rice is you're looking for a nuttier flavor and some extra nutrients! Quinoa pilaf has all the flavor of rice pilaf with some extra fiber and protein to boot.
Directions
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Pour oil in medium saucepan and place over medium heat.
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Add onion, celery, and carrots. Cook and stir for 10 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
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Using a strainer, rinse quinoa under cold water and drain well.
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Stir quinoa into vegetables and cook for 1 minute.
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Add water, bay leaf, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil.
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Cover and reduce heat to medium low. Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
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Discard bay leaf and stir in peas.
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Season with salt and pepper.