Savory Baked Grains Pilaf Recipe

This savory baked grains pilaf recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines a variety of grains like quinoa, brown rice, and barley with vegetables and herbs. Perfect for a healthy weeknight meal or a special gathering.

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 1 cup brown rice
• 1/2 cup barley
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
2. In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
3. Add the quinoa, brown rice, and barley to the saucepan and stir to combine.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and season with thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Stir in the carrots, bell pepper, and zucchini, then transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish.
6. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the grains are tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
8. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
9. Enjoy your delicious baked grains pilaf!

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