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Quinoa Cauliflower Rice Pilaf

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IMG_4563Mild tasting and light, this makes an easy side dish that goes great with fish or chicken.  Quinoa contains all of the essential amino acids, 4 grams of protein and 3 grams of fiber in a 1/2 cup serving. 

 

 

 

 

Quinoa Cauliflower "Rice" Pilaf

Quinoa Cauliflower

Ingredients

  • 1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1 TBSP coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup diced carrot
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
  • 2-3 minced garlic cloves
  • 1 tsp tumeric
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 TBSP broth or water
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup slivered, toasted almonds

Instructions

  1. Working in batches, pulse cauliflower in food processor until it resembles rice. Heat coconut oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onion,garlic, and carrot and cook 4-5 minutes until onions are soft and carrots crisp-tender. Add cauliflower and spices, stirring to combine. Add peas, quinoa, broth, salt and pepper and cook 2 minutes until heated through. Top with slivered almonds. (My kids like some grated cheese of course!)
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