Ayurveda Recipes from Maharishi Ayurveda

Quinoa Pilaf

Serves 4

• 3 tablespoons Maharishi Ayurveda Ghee
• 2 teaspoons Maharishi Ayurveda Vata Churna
• 3 celery stalks
• 4 large carrots
• 1 bunch broccoli
• 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup soaked raisins
• 1/3 cup toasted almonds
• 1 1/2 cup quinoa
• salt
• freshly ground black pepper

1. Rinse quinoa well, place it in a pot and cover with 3 cups water. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
2. Wash vegetables and cut them into small pieces.
3. In a large pot heat the ghee and sauté churna for 30 seconds. Add vegetables, a little water and sauté until tender, 15-20 minutes.
4. Mix the quinoa in the vegetables, add parsley, raisins and almonds. Season with salt and pepper.