Sicilian-Style Toasted Quinoa Recipe

Name: Sicilian-Style Toasted Quinoa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup sun-dried tomato (not oil-packed); 1 cup boiling water; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium red onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 8 cups shredded swiss chard (1 pound); 3/4 teaspoon salt; 2 cups quinoa, rinsed and drained; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 cup salted dry roasted sunflower seeds; 1/3 cup golden raisin; 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1/3 cup sun-dried tomato (not oil-packed)
1 cup boiling water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium red onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 cups shredded swiss chard (1 pound)
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups quinoa, rinsed and drained
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup salted dry roasted sunflower seeds
1/3 cup golden raisin
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

1
In a small bowl, combine sun-dried tomatoes and boiling water.
2
Let stand until softened, about 20 minutes.
3
(Timing may vary depending upon dryness of tomatoes.) When softened, thinly slice.
4
In large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat.
5
Add onion and garlic, and cook, stirring frequently, 5 minutes or until onion is lightly browned.
6
Add Swiss chard, sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and cook, stirring frequently, 5 to 7 minutes or until chard is tender.
7
Meanwhile, in large nonstick skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat.
8
Add drained quinoa and cook, stirring constantly, 5 minutes or until lightly golden.
9
Add 4 cups water, pepper, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and bring to a boil.
10
Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook 12 to 15 minutes or until quinoa is tender.
11
Transfer mixture to large bowl.
12
Stir in sunflower seeds, raisins, Parmesan, Swiss chard mixture, and sun-dried tomatoes.
13
Toss with a fork to combine.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup sun-dried tomato (not oil-packed), 1 cup boiling water, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 medium red onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Sicilian-Style Toasted Quinoa 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.

Sicilian-Style Toasted Quinoa

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