Kale quinoa and roasted pumpkin pilaf
This hearty vegan pilaf combines sweet pumpkin, crunchy pepitas and healthy kale with spice-filled quinoa
INGREDIENTS
800g pumpkin, peeled, seeded, cut into 1.5cm cubesSpray olive oil
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon finely grated ginger
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
190g (1 cup) quinoa, rinsed, drained
100g trimmed kale leaves, shredded
40g (1/4 cup) pepitas
Salt, to season
METHOD
Step 1
Preheat oven to 200°C or 180°C fan forced. Line a large baking tray with baking paper. Place the pumpkin on prepared tray, spray with olive oil. Roast for 30 - 40 minutes or until golden and tender.Step 2
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat. Cook onion, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes or until softened. Add the garlic, ginger, coriander and turmeric, cook stirring for 1 minute.Step 3
Add quinoa and 500ml (2 cups) water, bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until water has evaporated and quinoa is al dente. Stir through kale until just wilted, then gently stir through the roasted pumpkin, pepitas and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper
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