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closeup of quinoa pilaf in a spatula with parsley almonds and cranberries

Quinoa pilaf with cranberries and almonds

Quinoa almond Pilaf with cranberries is a comforting meal that tastes absolutely YUM.
4 servings
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword quinoa pilaf
Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
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Total Time 45 mins
Servings 4 servings
Author Anjali
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup onions diced
  • 2 tablespoons carrots shredded
  • 1 tablespoon celery minced
  • salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander or garam masala
  • 2 cups chicken broth low sodium
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • 2 tablespoons almonds toasted
  • 2 tablespoons parsley fresh
  • dried rose petals optional for garnish
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Instructions

  • Place Quinoa in a mesh strainer. Rinse quinoa thoroughly with tap water. Drain and keep it aside. If you are using pre-washed kind of quinoa then you can skip this step.
  • In an another medium saucepan cook onions and garlic with some olive oil. If you want to make it taste richer you can replace olive oil with some butter.
  • Add quinoa and sauté lightly until browned about 4-minutes. This is one of the most important steps while you are making Quinoa Pilaf.
  • Add in carrots and celery and continue to cook until tender 2-3 minutes.
  • Season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and ground coriander. Stir in Low Sodium chicken broth.
  • Cover the saucepan with a lid and cook on low heat for 20 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.
  • Open the lid and fluff the quinoa with a wooden spatula or a fork. Mix in cranberries, almonds, dried rose petals, and fresh parsley. You can also use pine nuts and raisins.

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Nutrition

Calories: 292kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 449mg | Potassium: 412mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 1563IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 3mg
Nutrition Facts
Quinoa pilaf with cranberries and almonds
Amount Per Serving
Calories 292 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 5g
Cholesterol 2mg1%
Sodium 449mg20%
Potassium 412mg12%
Carbohydrates 46g15%
Fiber 6g25%
Sugar 14g16%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 1563IU31%
Vitamin C 6mg7%
Calcium 57mg6%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.