Vegan Pineapple Fried Quinoa

A healthy dish and alternative to fried rice.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa, uncooked
  • 2 cup water
  • 1/3 cup cilantro
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 2 tsp ginger, fresh, minced
  • 1-1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 3/4 cup frozen peas
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 can (20oz.) DOLE® Pineapple Tidbits in 100% Pineapple Juice, drained

Method

  1. Bring quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Set quinoa aside, covered, for 10 minutes.
  2. Add coconut oil to a pan or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Add onion, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes and cook for about 3 minutes, until fragrant.
  4. Add the peas, bell pepper, and pineapple, and cook over high-heat for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the pineapple just starts to caramelize.
  5. Add the cooked quinoa, cilantro, and salt. Mix well and cook for an additional minute. Serve hot.
  6. TIP: Quinoa may also be cooked ahead of time and stored in the fridge to cool.

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