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Spring Vegetable and Quinoa Pilaf

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Spring Vegetable and Quinoa Pilaf

Spring Vegetable and Quinoa Pilaf

amanda

Equipment

  • Hand Blender - Ideal for pureeing vegetables and making sauces quickly; compact and easy to store.

  • Mandoline Slicer - Allows for precise cutting of vegetables, ensuring even cooking.

  • Chef Knife Set - Essential for chopping vegetables efficiently with a variety of blade types.

  • Kitchen Scale - Accurate measurement of ingredients crucial for recipe success.

  • Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl - Durable and non-reactive bowls perfect for food preparation and marinating.

  • Large Cooking Pot - Necessary for sautéing vegetables at high heat in the pilaf recipe.

  • Quinoa Measuring Cup - Ensures the right amount of grains is used for optimal taste and texture.

  • Stainless Steel Spatula - Sturdy tool for stirring and flipping ingredients without scratching cookware surfaces.

  • Silicone Baking Mat - Used for baking or roasting vegetables on parchment paper to avoid sticking.

  • Pot Holder - Essential for safely handling hot pots and lids during the cooking process.

  • High-Speed Blender - Beneficial for achieving a refined texture in soups or sauces related to this dish.

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups low-salt chicken broth

  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt plus additional for seasoning

  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained 3 times

  • 6 baby golden beets, peeled, cut into 1/3-inch cubes

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 cup 1/2-inch pieces orange bell peppers

  • 1 cup 1/2-inch pieces red bell peppers

  • 1/2 pound asparagus, trimmed, cut on diagonal into 3/4-inch pieces

  • 1 cup 1/2-inch pieces trimmed baby zucchini (about 6 ounces)

  • Freshly ground black pepper

  • 4 green onions, thinly sliced

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley

Instructions

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Instruction 1

Bring broth and 1/2 teaspoon sea salt to boil in medium saucepan; add quinoa. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until quinoa is tender and broth is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat; fluff with fork. Cover and reserve.
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Instruction 2

Meanwhile, bring 1 1/4 cups water to boil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add beets. Cover and cook until beets are tender, about 8 minutes. Uncover; cook until any water in skillet evaporates. Increase heat to medium-high. Add olive oil and garlic; sauté 30 seconds. Add all bell peppers, asparagus, and zucchini. Sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper. Sauté until just tender, about 8 minutes. Add cooked quinoa, green onions, and parsley to vegetables in skillet; toss to combine. Season with sea salt and pepper.
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