Lemony Grain Pilaf with Saffron

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 2
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 317.6
  • Total Fat: 3.7 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
  • Sodium: 45.4 mg
  • Total Carbs: 62.8 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 13.2 g
  • Protein: 11.0 g

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Introduction

A good source of B-Vitamins, manganese and calcuim from the millet and protein, magnesium and iron from the quinoa, this flavourful vegan pilaf is a gorgeous light way to end your day. Leftovers are also delicious as a cold salad the next day. Serves 2 as a main, 4 as a small side. A good source of B-Vitamins, manganese and calcuim from the millet and protein, magnesium and iron from the quinoa, this flavourful vegan pilaf is a gorgeous light way to end your day. Leftovers are also delicious as a cold salad the next day. Serves 2 as a main, 4 as a small side.
Number of Servings: 2

Ingredients

    2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
    1 large carrot, diced
    1 stalk celery, diced
    16 green beans, chopped into thirds
    1/4 tsp kosher salt
    1/4 tsp black pepper
    1 tbsp hot water
    1/4 tsp crushed saffron threads
    1/4 cup quinoa, rinsed well
    1/2 cup millet
    1 1/2 cups water
    2 tbsp lemon juice
    1 tbsp grated lemon zest

Directions

Heat 3-4 tbsp of water in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add garlic, carrot, celery, green beans, salt, and pepper, and cook 5 minutes, stirring.
Combine hot water and saffron in a small dish.
Add saffron mixture, quinoa and millet to the pan.
Cook, stirring, 1 minute.
Add the remaining water, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
Bring to a brisk simmer, then cover and reduce heat to low.
Continue cooking 20 minutes, covered.
Turn off heat, and let stand, covered for 5-10 minutes longer.

Number of Servings: 2

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user JO_JO_BA.