3 Ingredient Recipe: Quinoa Pilaf

quinoa

🥗Healthier: millet

💰Cheaper: rice

Millet is a nutritious grain that can be used similarly to quinoa, while rice is more affordable.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: water

💰Cheaper: water

Using water instead of broth reduces sodium and cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more budget-friendly while still providing a neutral flavor.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley offers a similar flavor profile and is often less expensive.

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan.

Add the whites of the scallion and sauté until softened.

Pour in 1 cup of rinsed quinoa and toast it for about 1 minute.

Add 1 and 3/4 cups of water to the quinoa.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cook until tender, about 12 to 15 minutes.

Fluff the quinoa with a fork after cooking.

Stir in the scallion greens, salt, pepper, and toasted almonds.

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