Description
A delicious and nutritious quinoa side dish that pairs well with many main courses.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 T grapeseed oil
- 1 C quinoa, rinsed (unless the package says it does not need to be rinsed)
- 1 3/4 cup chicken or vegetable stock
- salt to taste, about 1/2 tsp. or a bit less
- 3/4 cup pine nuts, toasted in a dry pan
- 1/2 cup sliced green onion
- 2 T finely chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Check the package to see if the quinoa needs to be rinsed, and if it does put quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse with cold water until no more foam appears.
- Lower heat to a simmer and don’t let the pine nuts get too brown or they will taste bitter.
- When quinoa is done, let stand covered for 5 minutes.
- While quinoa stands, slice green onions and chop cilantro (or parsley).
- After 5 minutes, fluff quinoa with a fork.
- Stir in toasted pine nuts, sliced green onions, and chopped cilantro.
- Serve the Quinoa Side Dish hot or warm, and enjoy.
Notes
- Cooking time may vary depending on the type of quinoa used.
- Ensure that the pine nuts are toasted well for enhanced flavor.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and served warm later.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup