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Pineapple Quinoa with Scallions & Vidalia Onions
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
 
Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Soy-Free, Vegetarian, Vegan
Course: Entree
Cuisine: American
Keyword: quinoa, pineapple, scallions, vidalia onions
Servings: 4
Calories: 308 kcal
Author: Amie Valpone
Ingredients
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed and drained
  • 1 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 cup diced pineapple
  • 1 large Vidalia onion thinly sliced
  • 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
  • 1 scallion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts
  • 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp. finely ground black pepper
Instructions
  1. In a large saucepan, combine quinoa and broth; bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add remaining ingredients to the cooked quinoa; gently toss to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  3. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Recipe Notes

Serving Size: ~1 cup Calories: 281.1 cal • Fat: 9.8 g • Protein: 8.2 g • Carbs: 42.4 g • Fiber: 5.3 g • Sugar: 5.6 g • Sodium: 181.9 mg

Nutrition Facts
Pineapple Quinoa with Scallions & Vidalia Onions
Amount Per Serving
Calories 308 Calories from Fat 108
% Daily Value*
Fat 12g18%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 491mg21%
Potassium 454mg13%
Carbohydrates 43g14%
Fiber 5g21%
Sugar 11g12%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 649IU13%
Vitamin C 29mg35%
Calcium 47mg5%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.