Saturday, July 02, 2005

Quinoa Salad with Toasted Pistachios and Dried Pineapple

Quinoa Salad with Toasted Pistachios and Dried Pineapple(Adapted from CL)

1 1/2 cups water
3/4 cup dry quinoa
1/4 cup chopped pistachios
2 cups chopped grilled chicken breast
1/3 cup chopped green onions
1/3 cup chopped dried pineapple
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 1/2 teaspoons ground fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper

In a small skillet, toast quinoa over medium heat for about 5 minutes, or until you can smell a nutty aroma.

In a small sauce pan over medium-high heat, boil water and add quinoa. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 12 minutes.

In a small skillet over medium heat, add chopped pistachios, and cook 2 minutes or until lightly toasted. Transfer pistachios to a large bowl; add cooked quinoa and remaining ingredients to bowl. Toss gently to coat.

3 comments:

  1. Quinoa is my new favorite food! I'm always looking for new ways to serve it, so thanks for bringing this preparation to my attention!

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  2. yum, this looks good and healthy! and i've never tried quinoa so this might just be a good start.

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  3. Beth - It is quickly becoming a favorite of ours too!

    Kickpleat - It was a tasty first try for us, so it has me looking for more!

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