Pomegranate Quinoa Pilaf Recipe

Name: Pomegranate Quinoa Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 medium onion, diced; 1 cup quinoa; 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds; 1/2 cup diagonally sliced scallions; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; Juice of 1/2 lemon; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest; 1 teaspoon sugar; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 medium onion, diced
1 cup quinoa
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
1/2 cup diagonally sliced scallions
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
1 teaspoon sugar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted

1
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat.
2
Saute the onion until translucent and fragrant.
3
Add the quinoa and stir to coat.
4
Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
5
Lower the heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
6
In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 tablespoon olive oil, pomegranate seeds, scallions, parsley, lemon juice, zest, and sugar.
7
Add the quinoa and season with salt, and pepper to taste.
8
Garnish with toasted, slivered almonds.
9
Serves: 6; Calories: 248; Total Fat: 12.5 grams; Saturated Fat: 1 gram; Protein: 9 grams; Total carbohydrates: 27 grams; Sugar: 4 grams; Fiber: 4 grams; Cholesterol: 0 milligrams; Sodium: 109 milligrams

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 medium onion, diced, 1 cup quinoa, 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Pomegranate Quinoa Pilaf falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Pomegranate Quinoa Pilaf

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