How to Make Baked Grains Pilaf - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and nutritious side dish to complement your main course? Look no further than this Baked Grains Pilaf recipe. This dish is packed with wholesome grains and aromatic herbs, making it the perfect addition to any meal.

What sets this pilaf apart from others is the unique baking method, which creates a crispy, golden crust on the bottom while keeping the grains fluffy and flavorful. It's a delightful twist on the traditional stovetop cooking method, and it adds an e...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 stalks celery, chopped
  • ½ cup chopped bell pepper
  • ½ cup corn kernels
  • ¾ cup millet
  • ¾ cup quinoa
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken stock

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion, celery, bell pepper, and corn in the hot oil until softened, about 10 minutes.
  • Mix onion mixture, millet, quinoa, and salt together in an 8x8-inch casserole dish; pour in chicken stock. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until grains are tender and have absorbed all the liquid, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    176 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 2mg
    • Sodium: 350mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 23mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 249mg