Quinoa lends a nutritional boost (protein, amongst other nutrients) and some color to a plain rice dish. Rice lends a different texture to the small quinoa seeds. Enjoy this alongside your favorite protein. Add a vegetable dish to make it a balanced meal. Enjoy!
Ingredients
Rice
- 1 cup white rice*
Quinoa
- 1 cup
Salt
- 1 teaspoon (to taste)
Instructions
Step 1
Bring 3 ½ cups of water to a boil in a medium sized pot.
Step 2
Season the water with the salt.
Step 3
Add the white rice and quinoa at the same time.
Step 4
Lower the heat to the lowest setting and cover the pot with a lid.
Step 5
Simmer the pilaf for 10-15 minutes.
Notes
*Use white rice varieties such as basmati, jasmine, or long grain for best results. Any white rice will work.