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Toasted Quinoa Pilaf with Pecans takes several minutes to prepare.

Toasted Quinoa Pilaf with Pecans takes several minutes to cook.

Toasted Quinoa Pilaf with Pecans makes 6 servings.

The ingredients for Toasted Quinoa Pilaf with Pecans are:

1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots or onion
3 cloves, minced
1/2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1/4 cup chopped pecans, lightly toasted

Here is how you make Toasted Quinoa Pilaf with Pecans:

In a large saucepot heat olive oil over medium heat; add shallots and garlic and cook until tender. Stir in quinoa and cook about 5 minutes until quinoa is golden brown. Stir in broth, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to a simmer for 20 minutes, until quinoa is tender and fluffy. Remove bay leaf. Stir in toasted pecans. Season with salt and pepper.Number of Servings: 6Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user DLEEGUILL.

The nutritional information for Toasted Quinoa Pilaf with Pecans is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 6
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 164.1

• Total Fat: 8.1 g
• Cholesterol: 1.3 mg
• Sodium: 338.6 mg
• Total Carbs: 36.9 g
• Dietary Fiber: 3.9 g
• Protein: 7.7 g