Ingredients and Weight:
- Quinoa: 500g
- Chard: 250g (chopped)
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil: 3 tbsp
- White Wine: 1/4 cup
- Chicken Broth: 1 cup
- Salt: 1 tsp (adjust according to taste)
- Black Pepper: 1/2 tsp (ground)
- Onion: 1 (chopped)
- Garlic: 2 cloves (minced)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 30 minutes
- Total: 50 minutes
Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- In a large saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil.
- Add quinoa and return to boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes until quinoa is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- In the meantime, heat olive oil in a large skillet. Add chopped onion and minced garlic. Saute until onion is translucent.
- Add chopped chard and black pepper. Saute for another 3-4 minutes until chard is slightly tender.
- Pour white wine into the skillet and let it cook for a minute.
- Add cooked quinoa to the skillet and mix well. Adjust seasonings with salt (if needed).
- Transfer the pilaf to an oven-safe dish and bake for 10-15 minutes until the top becomes slightly crispy and golden brown.
- Serve hot with your favorite protein dish or as a side dish for a meal.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
Calories: 350kcal
Fat: 9g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Protein: 12g
Fiber: 5g
(Nutritional values may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- A unique blend of quinoa and chard, offering a healthy and flavorful side dish.
- The pilaf is both crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, providing a satisfying texture experience.
- It pairs well with various protein dishes, offering a balanced meal option.
User Comments:
- "Quinoa Chard Pilaf was a delightful surprise! The combination of flavors was spot on."
- "This pilaf is a great way to introduce more veggies into our diet. My family loved it!"
- "The texture of the quinoa was perfect, not too soft and not too hard. Will make this again!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh chard for best results. If fresh chard is not available, frozen chard can be used as a substitute.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, as everyone has different preferences for saltiness.
- Quinoa can be easily overcooked, so be careful not to let it boil for too long or it will become mushy.
