Quinoa Pilaf with Lemon and Thyme

By á-29897

Ingredients

• 1 onion, minced
• 1 tsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1.5 cups quinoa, rinsed and dried on a towel
• 1.25 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 tsp grated lemon zest
• 1 tsp minced fresh thyme or 1/4 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 2 tbsp minced fresh parsley, basil, cilantro or scallions (we used scallions this time)

Details

Adapted from tastespace.wordpress.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-low heat. Once hot, add onion and sprinkle with salt. Saute until the onion is softened, around 8 to 10 minutes.

2. Add dried quinoa, increase the heat to medium, and cook, stirring often, until the quinoa is lightly toasted and aromatic, about 5 minutes.

3. Stir in the broth, lemon zest and thyme and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer until the quinoa has absorbed the broth, around 16-18 minutes.

4. Remove the pot from the heat and place a clean folded kitchen towel across the top of the pot and replace the lid. Let sit for 10 minutes, then fluff the quinoa with a fork. Stir in the lemon juice and scallions or fresh herbs. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.

Serves 6 as a side.