Sprouted Quinoa Savory Pilaf

Sprouted quinoa cooked in butter and chicken broth is seasoned with a bit of thyme, fine sea salt, and fresh parsley for an easy and delicious side dish.

Step: 1

Melt butter in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Saute onion until softened. Add quinoa and garlic. Cook and stir until garlic is fragrant.

Step: 2

Add chicken broth, water, thyme and salt. Bring to boil. Reduce to simmer. Cover and cook 17 to 19 minutes or until grains are tender. Stir in parsley. Remove from heat. Let stand, covered, 5 minutes. Fluff with fork.

Per Serving: 290 calories; protein 7.1g; carbohydrates 42.9g; fat 9.8g; cholesterol 15.3mg; sodium 198.3mg.

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