Name: Red Quinoa with Pistachios
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 shallot, finely chopped; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup quinoa, preferably red, rinsed well in a fine-mesh sieve; 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth or water; 1/4 cup unsalted, shelled raw pistachios, chopped; 3 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint

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Red Quinoa with PistachiosChristopher Testani

Nutritionists love quinoa for its low glycemic index; we love how this dish reinforces the idea that healthy food should pack a lot of flavor. Fresh herbs, plus crunchy nuts, keeps things interesting.

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