This dish is also great when topped off with Mushroom Gravy, Caramelized Onion Gravy or steamed vegetables. To make it a little sweet, just add the currants.  

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained   
•     1¾ cup water 
•     ¼ cup onion, finely minced    
•     ½ teaspoon salt       
•     Ground pepper, to taste    
•     1 teaspoon of fresh chives, sniped    
•     1 teaspoon of fresh parsley, chopped    
•     ¼ cup of green onions, sliced for topping    
•     ¼ cup currants (optional)

Heat a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add quinoa and stir until lightly toasted. Add water and onions and bring to boil. Cover, reduce heat to simmer and cook for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit for 10 minutes before taking the top off. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir in fresh chives, parsley and currants. Top with green onions and serve.

Hint:

Pilaf simply refers to a dish of seasoned rice with vegetables or fruits or nuts added.