Red Quinoa with Pistachios
Elevate your mealtime with this vibrant and flavorful Red Quinoa with Pistachios recipe—a nutrient-packed dish that’s as delicious as it is visually stunning. Featuring the earthy nuttiness of red quinoa simmered in savory vegetable broth, this recipe is complemented by the crunch of toasted pistachios, a zesty lemon-garlic dressing, and a touch of maple syrup for subtle sweetness. Fresh parsley ties it all together, creating a balance of textures and flavors that’s both refreshing and hearty. Quick to prepare and perfect as a side dish or light main course, this gluten-free and vegetarian recipe is ideal for weeknights, special gatherings, or meal prep. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a wholesome dish that tastes as good as it looks! Keywords: red quinoa, pistachios, healthy side dish, vegetarian quinoa recipe, gluten-free recipe, lemon garlic dressing, quick and easy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Red quinoa
- 2 cups Vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup Shelled pistachios
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Maple syrup
- 1 clove Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the red quinoa thoroughly under cold water using a fine-mesh sieve to remove any bitterness.
In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add the rinsed quinoa and reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
While the quinoa is cooking, toast the pistachios in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently until they are lightly golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, maple syrup, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork and transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
Pour the dressing over the warm quinoa and toss gently to combine.
Roughly chop the toasted pistachios and add them to the quinoa mixture along with the chopped parsley. Mix well to ensure even distribution.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish or a light main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1002 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.0 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2318 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.5 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.6 g | ||
| Protein | 28.4 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 177 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1856 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
