Almond and Quinoa Pilaf
Almond and Quinoa Pilaf blends fluffy grains with sautéed aromatics, toasted nuts, and a touch of sweetness from raisins for a balanced bite in every forkful. The herbs and vegetables add warmth and depth, making it a versatile side that pairs well with roasted meats or a light salad for dinner. Serve it warm for weeknights or as a festive accompaniment at gatherings.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves3
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Almond and Quinoa Pilaf, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 55 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 26 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 73
- Heart Health
- 58
- Metabolic
- 55
- Digestive
- 34
- Inflammatory
- 31
- Performance
- 55
- General Wellness
- 1
Put quinoa, cold water, and salt in a saucepan; bring to a boil, lower the heat to medium-low, cover the saucepan, and cook until all the liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
- 2
Warm olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir the celery, onion, carrot, and garlic in the hot oil until the onion turns translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the almonds, tomato, raisins, salt, pepper, thyme, and oregano with the vegetables; cook and stir for 1 minute more.
- 3
Fluff the quinoa with a fork, then stir it into the skillet mixture; cook and stir until combined and heated through, about 30 seconds.
- 4
Divide the mixture among 3 plates; sprinkle each serving with a few coarse sea salt granules for a crunchy, salty finish.
- Calories 372.0 kcal Moderate 19%
- Protein 7.6 g Moderate 15%
- Carbohydrate 49.41 g 18%
- Total Fat 16.65 g High 21%
- Saturated Fat 2.01 g Moderate 10%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 191.45 mg Moderate 8%
- Dietary Fiber 9.14 g Good Source 33%
- Total Sugars 11.57 g --
- Added Sugars 3.33 g Moderate 7%
- Calcium 165.18 mg Moderate 13%
- Iron 2.31 mg Moderate 13%
- Potassium 719.11 mg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin A 51.72 mcg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin C 13.11 mg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Tree Nuts 🌰
- Celery
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Almond and Quinoa Pilaf is made with 15 ingredients and serves 3. It takes about 45 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Almonds, Black Pepper, Carrot, and Celery. Each serving provides about 372.0 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Almond and Quinoa Pilaf made of?
- The main ingredients are Almonds, Black Pepper, Carrot, Celery, Cherry Tomato. The full list of 15 is above.
- How long does it take to make Almond and Quinoa Pilaf?
- About 45 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 372.0 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Almond and Quinoa Pilaf easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 15 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Almond and Quinoa Pilaf healthy?
- Almond and Quinoa Pilaf has an easyChef Pro health score of 53/100. Per serving, it provides 372.0 calories and 7.6 g of protein, or 15% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 191.45 mg (8% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 2.01 g (10% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 3.33 g (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Tree Nuts, Celery, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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