How to Make Red Quinoa Pilaf with Caribbean Flavors - A Step-by-Step Guide

Red quinoa pilaf with Caribbean flavors is a delightful and nutritious dish that brings a taste of the tropics to your dinner table. This recipe combines the nutty flavor of red quinoa with a medley of colorful vegetables and a burst of exotic spices to create a truly unique and satisfying meal.

The star ingredient of this dish is red quinoa, a nutrient-dense whole grain that is rich in protein, fiber, and essential minerals. Quinoa is a staple in many Caribbean countries and is often...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup red quinoa, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed
  • 1 unripe mango, shredded
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 serrano chile pepper, minced
  • 6 green onions, chopped
  • ¼ cup sliced almonds
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup fresh shaved coconut
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • ½ cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place the quinoa into a saucepan over medium-high heat, and toast the quinoa in the dry pan, shaking the pan frequently, until the quinoa is dry and giving off a roasted fragrance, 2 to 5 minutes. Stir in water and a pinch of salt, bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer the quinoa for about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the edamame, mango, bell pepper, and serrano chile, cover, and simmer the mixture until the water has been absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy, about 5 more minutes. Stir in the green onions, almonds, cranberries, coconut, cilantro, lime juice, balsamic vinegar, and salt and pepper. Bring the mixture back to a simmer, and serve hot.
  • Nutrition

    178 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 66mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 36mg
    • Calcium: 58mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 269mg