Pine Nut Agrodolce with Quinoa and Zucchini Recipe

Name: Pine Nut Agrodolce with Quinoa and Zucchini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained; 2 Tbs. olive oil; 1 small red onion, chopped (1 cup); 1 lb. baby zucchini or small regular zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds (4 cups); 3 Tbs. golden raisins; 3 Tbs. white balsamic vinegar; 1/4 cup pine nuts; 1 cup fresh mint leaves; 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves; 1 clove garlic, minced (1 tsp.); 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
2 Tbs. olive oil
1 small red onion, chopped (1 cup)
1 lb. baby zucchini or small regular zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds (4 cups)
3 Tbs. golden raisins
3 Tbs. white balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup pine nuts
1 cup fresh mint leaves
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves
1 clove garlic, minced (1 tsp.)
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper

1
To make Quinoa and Zucchini: Prepare quinoa according to package directions.
2
Set aside.
3
To make Sauce: Bring raisins, vinegar, and 1 Tbs.
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water to a simmer in small saucepan.
5
Remove from heat, and set aside.
6
Heat large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add pine nuts, and toast 3 minutes, or until just golden.
8
Transfer nuts to blender along with raisin mixture, mint, parsley, garlic, cayenne pepper, and 2 Tbs.
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water; blend until smooth.
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Set aside.
11
Heat oil in skillet, then add onion, and saute 5 minutes.
12
Add zucchini, and saute 5 minutes more, or until crisp-tender.
13
Transfer to large bowl, and season with salt and pepper, if desired.
14
Toss zucchini with 4 Tbs.
15
Sauce.
16
Add quinoa, and stir to combine.
17
Serve warm or cold with extra Sauce on side.

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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 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained, 2 Tbs. olive oil, 1 small red onion, chopped (1 cup), 1 lb. baby zucchini or small regular zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds (4 cups), and more.

Yes, Pine Nut Agrodolce with Quinoa and Zucchini falls under the Vegetarian 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.

Pine Nut Agrodolce with Quinoa and Zucchini

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