Quinoa Pilaf with Veggies and Chickpeas



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Prep Time:
15 mins

Cook Time:
30 mins

Total Time:
45 mins

Servings:
8

Yield:
8 servings


Ingredients

  • 4cupschicken stock
  • 2cupsquinoa
  • 2tablespoonsolive oil
  • 1poundasparagus, chopped
  • 2green bell peppers, chopped
  • 1red onion, chopped
  • 1(14.5 ounce) canchickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2tablespoonsbalsamic vinegar (Optional)
  • 1tablespoonlemon juice
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1tablespoonbalsamic vinegar, or more to taste (Optional)

  • Directions

    Combine chicken stock and quinoa in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat.

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add asparagus, bell peppers, and onion; cook and stir until softened, about 6 minutes. Stir in chickpeas. Pour in 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar and cook until reduced, about 4 minutes. Add lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir in cooked quinoa. Drizzle 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar over pilaf before serving.



    Cook's Note:

    Substitute red or orange bell peppers for the green if preferred.


    Nutrition Facts (per serving)

    282 Calories
    7g Fat
    45g Carbs
    11g Protein

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