Rainbowquinoapilaf Recipes

RAINBOW QUINOA PILAF

Steps:

• In a fine mesh sieve, rinse quinoa well under cold running water. Drain and set aside.
• In a large measuring cup combine milk and vegetable broth. Heat in microwave on medium high for about 3 minutes or until steaming (or heat in a saucepan over medium heat).
• Meanwhile, in a large deep saucepan , melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, red pepper and 1/2 teaspoons salt and pepper and sauté for 5 minutes or until softened.
• Stir in frozen vegetables and sauté for 1 minute or until starting to thaw. Stir in quinoa and flour. Stir in heated milk mixture and bring to a simmer, stirring.
• Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until quinoa is tender and most of liquid is absorbed.
• Remove from heat and let stand, covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and season to taste with salt and pepper.
• COOKING TIP: Extra pilaf makes a terrific salad to pack for lunch. Let it cool, cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Add crumbled Canadian Feta cheese, drained canned beans and lemon juice or balsamic vinegar to remoisten.

QUINOA PILAF

Steps:

• Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook onion in oil for 5 minutes, or until translucent. Add carrot, and cook 3 minutes more. Stir in quinoa and vegetable broth, and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook 15 to 20 minutes, or until quinoa is tender and fluffy.
• In a bowl, toss quinoa together with walnuts and parsley. Serve hot or at room temperature.