Herbed Quinoa Pilaf with Toasted Almonds Recipe

Name: Herbed Quinoa Pilaf with Toasted Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup sliced almonds; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced; 3 large shallots, finely chopped (1 1/4 cups); Salt; Pepper; 1 1/2 cups white or red quinoa (10 ounces), rinsed; 1/4 cup dry white wine; 2 1/4 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth; 1 cup lightly packed baby arugula, chopped; 1/2 cup lightly packed torn basil

Servings: persons

1/2 cup sliced almonds
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
3 large shallots, finely chopped (1 1/4 cups)
Salt
Pepper
1 1/2 cups white or red quinoa (10 ounces), rinsed
1/4 cup dry white wine
2 1/4 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth
1 cup lightly packed baby arugula, chopped
1/2 cup lightly packed torn basil

1
Preheat the oven to 350.
2
Spread the almonds in a pie plate and bake for about 8 minutes, until lightly toasted.
3
Meanwhile, in a large, deep skillet, heat the oil until shimmering.
4
Add the red pepper, shallots and a generous pinch each of salt and pepper.
5
Cook over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes.
6
Add the quinoa and cook, stirring, until coated, about 2 minutes.
7
Add the wine and cook until absorbed, about 2 minutes.
8
Add the stock and bring to a boil.
9
Cover the skillet and simmer over moderately low heat until the quinoa is tender and all of the stock is absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
10
Remove from the heat and let stand for 15 minutes.
11
Fluff the pilaf with a fork and fold in the arugula, basil and almonds.
12
Season with salt and pepper and serve.

437

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup sliced almonds, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced, 3 large shallots, finely chopped (1 1/4 cups), and more.

Yes, Herbed Quinoa Pilaf with Toasted Almonds falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Herbed Quinoa Pilaf with Toasted Almonds

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