Red Quinoa with Pistachios
Red Quinoa with Pistachios is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionHeat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add shallot, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 5 minutes.
Add quinoa and cook, stirring frequently, until quinoa starts to toast and smell nutty, about 5 minutes.
Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
Stir in quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently until quinoa is tender, 25-30 minutes (15 if using white quinoa).
Remove pan from heat, fluff quinoa with a fork.
Cover; let stand for 5 minutes.
Fold pistachios, parsley, and mint into quinoa.
Season with salt and pepper.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.