Can you tell I’m excited for Vidalia onion season?
I’m already half way through a large bag of those sweet onions and I can’t wait to share this pineapple recipe with you.
I wanted something sweet- because Vidalia’s are naturally sweet so I thought I’d toss in a few pineapple chunks along with my favorite protein power-house, quinoa.
I’ll allow you to make this dish on a weeknight to try it out because you’re gunna wanna make it again this weekend for that neighborhood BBQ that you’re headed to. I know you were asked to bring a side dish and you have NO idea what to bring, right?
Well, I just solved that little dilemma.
I’m gunna be a lady of few words on this sunny day because, really….this recipe doesn’t need a lot of explanation. It’s quick n’ easy and can be whipped up in less than 20 minutes. Plus, I know y’all love quinoa so I don’t know what can be said to brag about it any more, hehe.
Pineapple? Yes. It is delicious and it makes this dish a winner. I’d prefer you purchase a fresh pineapple and chop it on up but you can always purchase the freshly cut cubes that sit so pretty in the clear containers near your produce section. They’re a bit more expensive, but they’ll do the job if you are short on time and rushing to your picnic.
I like to eat this easy vegetarian recipe for lunch and dinner (and it’s actually pretty gosh darn good for breakfast too- minus the scallions). I wouldn’t say I’m a quinoa pro but I’m pretty confident here that the technique of combining sweet Vidalia’s with pretty pineapple and fluffy quinoa on the stove top is gunna blow your mind.
Just make it.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa rinsed and drained
- 1 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 1 large Vidalia onion thinly sliced
- 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
- 1 scallion thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
- 1/4 tsp. sea salt
- 1/4 tsp. finely ground black pepper
Instructions
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In a large saucepan, combine quinoa and broth; bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
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Add remaining ingredients to the cooked quinoa; gently toss to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Looks yummy! I’m adding fresh pineapple to everything lately!
This looks so yummy and sounds so refreshing esp. because I love love love pineapple! Quinoa is soo good for you, and I am always wondering how I can make healthy food yummy. I have a hard time coming up with combinations that add variety. This is why I love this site!
Vidalias are my favorite! You’ve put together a fantastic recipe!
I absolutely love your simple yet incredibly tasty recipes! You are a recipe Ninja! har har
Love your website, love your recipes, would love to win the Ninja!
Hi,
I am still addicted to your quinoa crispy bites recipe. Can’t wait to try this one.
Yum! I love the idea of the pineapple with the quinoa. So summery. The pine nuts sounds perfect with this. Can’t wait to try this dish. Thanks Amie 🙂
What an interesting combination of flavors! I love vidalias, and can’t wait to try them with pineapple!
Looks delicious. Also, I would love to win the giveaway. As a single mom schoolteacher with 2 little kids, getting out the door is such a struggle! Smoothies would be an awesome alternative to the usual portable meals, and my current blender can’t handle ice.
Vidalias are my favorite! This looks so good!!
This recipe has come in just in time for the family 4th of July picnic. Would you recommend toasting the pine nuts? Thanks for the recipe!
Thanks for another great recipe! Can’t wait to try it. Thanks for the chance to win the Ninja, too.
this looks ahhmazing! thanks for the recipes, ideas and chances in giveaways! I need that ninja! haha
This looks yummy and I can’t wait to try it! This brings back memories of the first time I tried a vidalia onion. I was just a kid and my Mom gave me a raw slice. I munched on it like a piece of apple or celery, it was so sweet and good. So grateful when they are in season! Thank you for the recipe and for the memories! And for the chance to win a Ninja 🙂
This recipe looks great! Thanks for the great Ninja giveaway! I have been wanting one for years.
Sounds delicious! Wouldn’t have thought pineapple with the quinoa!
That sounds great and the ninja would make short work of chopping everything up too!
I’ve never been a big fan of onions, but your recipes have been pretty dang tasty, so I’m thinking I gotta try this! Plus, I love me some pineapple!
Thank you for sharing your recipes. I am looking for new ideas for my husband lunch to go. This sounds like easy for that. I hope to win the Ninja. I need tools to make it easier. Thank you!
I have a bag of quinoa sitting in my cabinet that I haven’t found a use for yet. This seems perfect–so many flavors that I love!