Carrot, Tomato, and Spinach Quinoa Pilaf

Carrot, Tomato, and Spinach Quinoa Pilaf
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    35 mins
  • SERVING
    5 People
  • VIEWS
    293

A vibrant and nourishing pilaf, this dish elevates humble quinoa with the bright flavors of fresh vegetables. Lightly cooked to retain their texture and nutrients, the carrots, tomatoes, and spinach create a symphony of flavors that is both satisfying and healthful. Perfect as a side or a light meal.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    27 g
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    6 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    52 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir onion in hot oil until translucent, about 5 minutes.

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02 Step

Recipe View Lower heat, stir in quinoa, and toast, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes.

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03 Step

Recipe View Stir in water, bouillon granules, pepper, and thyme; increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5 minutes.

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04 Step

Recipe View Stir in carrots. Cover and simmer until all water is absorbed, about 10 minutes.

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05 Step

Recipe View Turn off heat, add tomatoes and spinach, and stir until spinach is wilted and tomatoes have released all their moisture, about 2 minutes.

For a richer flavor, try using vegetable broth instead of water and bouillon.
Feel free to experiment with other vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, or mushrooms.
To add a protein boost, stir in some chickpeas or lentils after the quinoa is cooked.

Lottie Bartoletti

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 97 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Bertram Jerde

    This is a great recipe! I added a little garlic and it was perfect.

  • Lavina Oconnell

    I used vegetable broth instead of water and bouillon, as suggested, and it turned out amazing! Thanks for the tip.

  • Kayleigh Bailey

    So easy to make and very healthy. My family loved it!

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