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This quinoa pilaf is a quite neutral flavored(no sharp spice or herbs), so it can go well with any spread.

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The snow is all gone and finally we got a partly sunny day, though it was still extremely cold.. I froze my toes! Chewie also feels the cold, if we take him on a longer walk he starts jumping instead of walking. Since we were snowed in all of the week, there was a lot of cooking and trials of glutenfree breads and dinner rolls! The dinner rolls were great if you like the sorghum taste..:) I am getting a hang of it now and liking sorghum(Jowar). I will play around with some millet and other whole grains too, lets see.

 
I also met with Eileen this weekend, the founder of Help Animals India , which is an all-volunteer USA non-profit 501(c)(3) charity dedicated to supporting efficient and effective animal protection organizations in India.
The organizations supported by HAI are well known for their work and dedication towards animals, be it spay neuter campaign for street animals, vegan outreach, cows, wildlife rehabilitation and more.
If you have some fun ideas for raising funds for these amazing organizations, please so send them my way!
 
 

Quinoa Pilaf with Red bell pepper, Leek, Carrot, Peas.

5 from 1 vote
By: Vegan Richa
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Total: 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Quinoa pikaf served in two ramekins on a blue cloth
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This quinoa pilaf is a quite neutral flavored(no sharp spice or herbs), so it can go well with any spread. 
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Ingredients 
 

  • 1/2 cup Quinoa
  • 2 teaspoons Oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped Leek
  • 1/3 cup chopped Carrots
  • 1/3 cup chopped Red bell pepper
  • Add other veggies like celery, mushrooms, greens of choice, quantities depending on the amount of cooked quinoa
  • 1/4 tsp chili flakes , or chopped green chili
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 cup Peas
  • 2/3 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 tsp lemon juice
  • roasted nuts, cashew or almond slivers, chopped cilantro, garnish

Instructions 

  • Cook  Quinoa according to instructions(I usually cook 1/2 cup quinoa it in a little more than 3/4 cups water, roughly 1.5 times water, for about 15 minutes). You can also toast the quinoa a little before adding water for a fluffier nuttier quinoa. Fluff it up as soon as cooked.
  • In a pan on medium heat, Oil, Leek, Carrots and Red bell pepper. Add other veggies like celery, mushrooms, greens of choice in quantities depending on the amount of cooked quinoa.
  • Cook for 3-4 minutes, uncovered, until Leek and Carrots start to get brown on the edges.
  • Add chili flakes, dried basil and Peas and cook for another 2 minutes.
  • Add in the cooked quinoa, salt and lemon juice and mix well.
  • Cook covered on low heat for 2-3 minutes.
  • Garnish with roasted nuts(cashew or almond slivers, optional), chopped cilantro and serve hot!

Notes

Nutritional values are based on one serving

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal, Carbohydrates: 36g, Protein: 8g, Fat: 8g, Sodium: 172mg, Potassium: 500mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 4740IU, Vitamin C: 42.6mg, Calcium: 39mg, Iron: 3.1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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About Richa

Hi, I'm Richa! I create flavorful plant based recipes that are inspired by my Indian upbringing, including many gluten-free, soy-free, and oil-free options.

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27 Comments

  1. Richa says:

    Thank you Hannah.. yes quinoa for u too!

    Thank you Penniless parenting, Tessa, Maria and Raj!

    Reply
  2. Raj @ Flip Cookbook says:

    Pilaf always feels like a treat to me. A really beautiful way to dress up the usual quinoa or rice. Thanks for sharing this great recipe at Sugar Free Sunday!

    Reply
  3. Maria @The Hypothyroid Athlete's Kitchen says:

    Sounds delicious! I really like quinoa so it is great to find a GF recipe with quinoa.

    Reply
  4. Tessa Domestic Diva says:

    yum, I love quinoa! And your pictures are beautiful, nice work! Thank you for sharing on Allergy free Wednesdays, hope to see you next week Richa!

    Reply
  5. Penniless Parenting says:

    That looks so pretty! Thanks for sharing with the hearth and soul blog hop!

    Reply
  6. Hannah says:

    Yay quinoa! Quinoa for all!

    Reply
  7. Richa says:

    Thanks Laura, I will link it up!

    Thanks Junia!

    Reply
  8. Richa says:

    Thank you Eileen for all that you d, which is so much more!

    Thanks Anu, Neha and Bobbie!

    thanks Russell

    Reply
  9. Junia says:

    quinoa pilafs = my type of food! looks delicious richa! 🙂

    Reply