-
-
My review
Quinoa with Peas and Parmesan
Lindsay L.
"Quinoa is an ancient South American grain, often called a 'superfood' because of its high content of protein, fiber, iron, and amino acids. It can be used almost anywhere you would use rice. It is gluten-free, with a mild nutty flavor, and a slightly chewy texture. This recipe is a great cold-weather comfort food--it is creamy, rich, and hearty."
Added to shopping list.
Go to shopping list.
Ingredients
45 m servings 190 calsOriginal recipe yields 12 servings (4 cups)
- Adjust
- US
- Metric
Directions
{{model.addEditText}} Print-
Prep
-
Cook
-
Ready In
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Adjust oven rack to its topmost position. Lightly oil a baking sheet.
- Toss the diced tomatoes with the wine, and spread out on baking sheet. Roast in preheated oven until the tomatoes have dried a bit, but have not begun to burn, about 15 minutes. When the tomatoes are just starting to turn brown at the edges, remove, and allow to rest at room temperature.
- Meanwhile, melt the coconut oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in the garlic, onion, and celery. Cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Pour in vegetable broth and quinoa, and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender and the liquid has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, evaporated milk, peas, and tomatoes. Season with salt and white pepper.
Footnotes
- Cook's Note:
- If your quinoa does not say "pre-rinsed" on the package, pour the quinoa into a large bowl and cover with water. Stir it and allow it to soak while preparing the other ingredients. This step is very important, as quinoa contains saponins, which can make it taste bitter or soapy if not well cleaned. Drain before using.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving: 190 calories; 6.3 g fat; 24.8 g carbohydrates; 7.8 g protein; 7 mg cholesterol; 286 mg sodium. Full nutrition
Share
Similar recipes
Reviews
Read all reviews 2947 Ratings
-
-
-
-
-
Most helpful positive review
8/21/2008
This recipe was pretty great as is. The changes I would make next time are: 2 cans of tomatoes (and double the wine), 8oz of fresh sliced mushrooms when sauteing the onions. I added the peas (...
Most helpful critical review
2/3/2010
I'm a little perplexed by all the rave reviews. This is OK, but not better. I agree with the reviewer who recommended doubling the tomatoes. They kinda shrivel up in the oven and disappear on...
Most helpful
Most positive
Least positive
Newest
8/21/2008
This recipe was pretty great as is. The changes I would make next time are: 2 cans of tomatoes (and double the wine), 8oz of fresh sliced mushrooms when sauteing the onions. I added the peas (...
4/17/2008
My fiance and I loved this!!!!! I did some little tweaks to it though. I didn't have any coconut oil so I used olive oil instead and I used fat free condesned milk. I also used tomatoes with c...
5/13/2008
This was really good! I adapted it slightly - added WAY more veggies than called for and a touch more cheese, broth and evap. milk. Also, used a 29oz can diced tomatoes and I would use even mo...
10/30/2009
This was very yummy. My husband enjoyed it too. Only changes I made were based on others' reviews so I used more tomatoes, wine, peas and paremesan. Used chicken broth instead of vegetable. U...
6/26/2009
This was sooooooooo great! I simply used carrots instead of celery (not a fan)and doubled the tomatoes and peas and used olive oil. Scrumptious! I do agree that mushrooms would be lovely also.
4/12/2008
I gave this 5 stars, my husband gave it 4 stars (but he's comparing it to his favorite food ever, salami sandwiches ;) ). This was easy to make (it took a little bit of time, probably because...
9/25/2008
This was my first time at trying quinoa as well. I was really nervous. Because I'm such a picky eater, I omitted the tomatoes and replaced peas with edamame. Delicious!
1/27/2011
We are just beginning to venture out and eat helthier "rice type" things. I like quinoa and made this for the family. I used a 28 oz can of the tomatoes and they were fantastic roasted in the ov...