quinoa and caramelized onions

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Sherry Breaux
Cecilia, LA

My family loves this. We use it as ta salad and also with gravy dishes.

(2 ratings)
yield 6 to 8
prep time 30 Min
cook time 1 Hr

Ingredients For quinoa and caramelized onions

  • 1 c
    quinoa
  • 2 c
    chicken broth
  • 1 lg
    yellow onion, sliced very thin
  • 1/2 md
    red bell pepper, sliced thin
  • 1/2 md
    yellow bell pepper, sliced thin
  • 1/2 md
    orange bell pepper, sliced thin
  • 1 or 2 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1 tsp
    unsalted butter
  • 1/2 c
    fresh parsley, chopped

How To Make quinoa and caramelized onions

  • 1
    Combine quinoa and stock in small pot and bring to a boil. Reduce to simmer and cover. Cook 10 to 15 minutes or until liquid has been absorbed. Set aside.
  • 2
    Add olive oil to large skillet and heat on medium heat. Melt butter into oil. Add sliced onion to oil and stir often until onions are nice brown caramel color.
  • 3
    Add all sliced peppers and continue to stir until peppers are soft. Add in quinoa and mix thoroughly. Stir in parsley. Serve warm or cold.

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