Herbed Quinoa Pilaf Recipe

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Herbed Quinoa Pilaf
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Directions:

  1. Place quinoa in large strainer. Rinse under cold running water until water is clear. Transfer quinoa to large saucepan; add 4 1/2 cups water and salt. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed and quinoa is tender, about 20 minutes. Transfer quinoa to large bowl; fluff with fork. Stir in oil and lemon juice. Cool to room temperature. Mix in pine nuts and red onion. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Cover and chill.) Mix in basil.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 359.92 Kcal (1507 kJ)
Calories from fat 167.45 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 18.61g 29%
Sodium 150.9mg 6%
Potassium 445.26mg 9%
Total Carbs 39.58g 13%
Sugars 1.13g 5%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g 20%
Protein 10.49g 21%
Vitamin C 2.2mg 4%
Iron 3.9mg 22%
Calcium 46mg 5%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 198.41 Kcal (831 kJ)
Calories from fat 92.31 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10.26g 29%
Sodium 83.19mg 6%
Potassium 245.46mg 9%
Total Carbs 21.82g 13%
Sugars 0.62g 5%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g 20%
Protein 5.78g 21%
Vitamin C 1.2mg 4%
Iron 2.2mg 22%
Calcium 25.4mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 7.9
    Points
  • 10
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • cholesterol free,
  • good source of fiber

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