Description
Sautéed quinoa with pistachio and cranberries is a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will brighten any meal. This vibrant dish combines fluffy quinoa, crunchy pistachios, and sweet tangy cranberries, making it perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings. With its hearty ingredients and simple preparation, it’s not just a side dish—it’s a celebration of taste that brings joy to every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup roasted unsalted pistachios, chopped
- ½ cup dried cranberries (preferably unsweetened)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water in a fine mesh strainer to remove bitterness.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for about 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.
- Gently mix in chopped pistachios and dried cranberries. Season with salt and pepper before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg