Quinoa and Almond Pilaf

By ngaldi

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 shallot, minced
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup quinoa
• 1/2 cup toasted unsalted almonds, roughly chopped
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Preparation

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add shallot and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add quinoa and cook 1 minute. Add 1 1/3 cups water, bring to simmer, and cover. Cook until water is absorbed, about 17 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes and then fluff with fork. Stir in almonds and parsley.