Pumpkin Seed Quinoa Pilaf Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

1 1/2 cups water
3/4 cup uncooked quinoa
2 tsp olive oil
1 cup diced peeled jicama
1 cup chopped red onion
1 cup frozen whole kernel corn, thawed
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 tsp minced seeded jalapeno peppers
1 cup chopped tomato
1/2 cup sliced green onion
1/3 cup unsalted pumpkin seeds, toasted (can be found in health stores)
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
3 tbsp fresh lime juice
1/2 tsp salt
1 small jalapeno

Directions:

Combine water and quinoa in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil.
Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
Remove from heat and fluff with a fork; set aside.
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Add jicama and next 5 ingredients; sauté 5 minutes or until tender.
Add quinoa, tomato and next 5 ingredients; sauté 1 minute or until thoroughly heated.
Garnish with small jalapeño.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	204.02 Kcal (854 kJ)
Calories from fat	33.92 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.77g	6%
Cholesterol	10.46mg	3%
Sodium	255.81mg	11%
Potassium	520.21mg	11%
Total Carbs	33.62g	11%
Sugars	5.83g	23%
Dietary Fiber	5.66g	23%
Protein	8.71g	17%
Vitamin C	58.4mg	97%
Vitamin A	0.9mg	32%
Iron	17.9mg	99%
Calcium	54.6mg	5%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	67.08 Kcal (281 kJ)
Calories from fat	11.15 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	1.24g	6%
Cholesterol	3.44mg	3%
Sodium	84.11mg	11%
Potassium	171.05mg	11%
Total Carbs	11.06g	11%
Sugars	1.92g	23%
Dietary Fiber	1.86g	23%
Protein	2.87g	17%
Vitamin C	19.2mg	97%
Vitamin A	0.3mg	32%
Iron	5.9mg	99%
Calcium	18mg	5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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