Quinoa Pilaf Ww 4 Pts 5 Pts for Ww

Transform your weeknight meals with this wholesome and flavor-packed Quinoa Pilaf, a Weight Watchers-friendly dish that clocks in at just 4 or 5 points, depending on your plan. This vibrant recipe combines fluffy quinoa simmered in low-sodium broth with a colorful medley of sautéed vegetables, including carrots, celery, and red bell peppers, all lightly seasoned with cumin for a warm, earthy touch. Finished with a bright splash of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of parsley, this dish is both satisfying and nutritious. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect as a healthy side or a light vegetarian main course. Whether you're tracking points or looking for a hearty, gluten-free option, this quinoa pilaf is a delicious way to stay on track with your goals!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Quinoa
• 2 cups Low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Carrot, diced
• 1 stalk Celery, diced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold running water using a fine mesh strainer. Set aside to drain.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, garlic, carrot, celery, and red bell pepper to the pan. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the cumin, salt, and black pepper, cooking for 1 additional minute to toast the spices slightly.

Step 5

Add the rinsed quinoa to the pan and stir to coat the grains in the vegetable mixture.

Step 6

Pour in the low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 7

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the quinoa has absorbed all the liquid.

Step 8

Remove the pan from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.

Step 9

Fluff the quinoa with a fork, then stir in the freshly chopped parsley and lemon juice.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish or main course, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1072.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	872.9

Total Fat 28.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2732.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 124.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g	0%
Total Sugars 14.8g
Protein 30.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 168.7mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 1115.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.1%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 56.9%