Created by Carolyn O'Neil, M.S., R.D., and co-author of "The Dish on Eating Healthy and Being Fabulous!" Georgia Pecan Confetti Quinoa is a satisfying salad without any greens. Quinoa is a delicious gluten-free grain that cooks up light and fluffy like rice but contains more protein.
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup diced zucchini
- 1/2 cup diced yellow squash
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 cups cooked quinoa (prepared to package directions)
- 1/4 teaspoon finely chopped rosemary leaves
- 1/4 cup toasted Georgia Pecan halves (reserve 2 tablespoons for garnish)
Heat oil in large skillet and add carrots, zucchini, yellow squash and garlic. Cook until crisp tender.
Fold in cooked quinoa, rosemary and pecans. Season to taste with freshly ground black pepper and sea salt.
Present quinoa on a large platter and garnish with additional toasted pecans.
Recipe Source: Georgia Pecan Commission