Hearty Quinoa Pilaf with Carrots and Walnuts
Hearty Quinoa Pilaf with Carrots and Walnuts blends fluffy grains with tender sautéed onions and carrots, plus crunchy toasted walnuts for contrast. Fresh parsley brightens each bite, making it a warm, nutty side or a light main. Serve it for a cozy weeknight dinner or a wholesome lunch alongside a crisp salad.
- Prep10 min
- Cook25 min
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
- 2
Cook onion in the oil for 5 minutes, or until translucent.
- 3
Add carrot, and cook for 3 minutes more.
- 4
Stir in quinoa and vegetable broth, and bring to a boil.
- 5
Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and fluffy.
- 6
In a bowl, toss the quinoa with walnuts and parsley.
- 7
Serve hot or at room temperature.
- Calories 416.66 kcal High
- Protein 11.85 g Good Source
- Carbs 42.75 g Moderate
- Total Fat 23.57 g High
- Saturated Fat 1.95 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 410.15 mg Moderate
- Fiber 6.64 g Good Source
- Sugar 3.63 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 75.12 mg Low Source
- Iron 3.42 mg Moderate
- Potassium 296.71 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 35.9 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 6.4 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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