Herbed Quinoa and Chickpea Pilaf

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This protein-rich side dish is loaded with flavor and quick to prepare! Nutritious GOYA® Organic Quinoa is simmered beautifully with recaíto and orange juice. Then, plump and nutty GOYA® Chick Peas are stirred in, along with fresh mint, parsley and hazelnuts. Enjoy this delicious medley of fresh spring tastes!

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 tablespoon GOYA® Extra Virgin Olive Oil

  • 2 tablespoons GOYA® Recaito

  • 1 cup GOYA® Organic Quinoa

  • ¾ cup orange juice

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 (15.5 ounce) can GOYA® Chick Peas, rinsed and drained

  • ½ cup mint leaves, chopped

  • ½ cup parsley leaves, chopped

  • cup toasted hazelnuts or pistachios, chopped

Directions

  1. Combine oil, Recaito, quinoa, orange juice, salt and 3/4 cup water to boil. Simmer covered over medium-low heat, until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is tender, 20 minutes. Stir in chick peas. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Stir in mint, parsley and hazelnuts.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

168 Calories
6g Fat
23g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 168
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 3%
Sodium 392mg 17%
Total Carbohydrate 23g 8%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 6g 11%
Vitamin C 24mg 27%
Calcium 37mg 3%
Iron 2mg 12%
Potassium 304mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.