Herbed Quinoa and Chickpea Pilaf

Herbed Quinoa and Chickpea Pilaf

This protein-rich side dish is loaded with flavor and quick to prepare! Nutritious GOYA® Organic Quinoa is simmered beautifully with recaíto and orange juice. Then, plump and nutty GOYA® Chick Peas are stirred in, along with fresh mint, parsley and hazelnuts. Enjoy this delicious medley of fresh spring tastes!

Prep Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Yield:
6 servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon GOYA® Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons GOYA® Recaito
  • 1 cup GOYA® Organic Quinoa
  • ¾ cup orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (15.5 ounce) can GOYA® Chick Peas, rinsed and drained
  • ½ cup mint leaves, chopped
  • ½ cup parsley leaves, chopped
  • 1/3 cup toasted hazelnuts or pistachios, chopped

Directions

Step 1
Combine oil, Recaito, quinoa, orange juice, salt and 3/4 cup water to boil. Simmer covered over medium-low heat, until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is tender, 20 minutes. Stir in chick peas. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Stir in mint, parsley and hazelnuts.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

168
Calories
6g
Fat
23g
Carbs
6g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 168
% Daily Value *
Total Fat6g 8%
Saturated Fat1g 3%
Sodium392mg 17%
Total Carbohydrate23g 8%
Dietary Fiber3g 10%
Total Sugars3g
Protein6g
Vitamin C24mg 120%
Calcium37mg 3%
Iron2mg 12%
Potassium304mg 6%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

Powered by the ESHA Research Database ? 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved

source by allrecipe

Leave feedback about this

  • Rating