Quinoa Pilaf with Chick Peas, Pomegranate, and Spices
Quinoa is often referred to as a ‘superfood’ due to its high nutritional value and health benefits.
This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.
Quinoa Pilaf with Chick Peas, Pomegranate, and Spices
Ingredients
Instructions
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Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
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In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
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Add cumin, coriander, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir for 1 minute.
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Add rinsed quinoa and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add water to the saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is cooked.
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While the quinoa is cooking, drain and rinse the chickpeas.
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In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chickpeas and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add pomegranate seeds to the pan with chickpeas and cook for another 2 minutes.
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Once the quinoa is cooked, remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
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Fluff the quinoa with a fork and transfer it to a serving dish.
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Add the cooked chickpeas and pomegranate seeds to the quinoa.
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Drizzle with lemon juice and garnish with fresh parsley.
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Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8g13%
- Total Carbohydrate 60g20%
- Sugars 8g
- Protein 12g24%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
