Quinoa Pilaf
Ingredients
1 C. quinoa
2 C. chicken broth
1 Tbsp. butter
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1/2 tsp. lemon zest, grated
1/2 Tbsp. dried leaf thyme
2 Tbsp. flat-leaf parsley
salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Instructions
Rinse quinoa in a strainer and remove any debris. Place in a large nonstick saucepan and toast until it darkens slightly. Add broth. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer about 20 minutes until tender. In another skillet, heat butter. Add onion and garlic, and cook until tender, about 3 minutes. Stir in quinoa, lemon zest, thyme, and parsley. Add salt and pepper to taste.
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