Quinoa Almond Pilaf
1 carrot, chopped 1 celery rib, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1 cup cold water 1 pinch coarse sea salt 1 small onion, chopped 1 small tomato, seeded and chopped 2 tablespoons raisins 3 tablespoons olive oil 8 almonds, coarsely chopped ¼ teaspoon salt ½ cup quinoa, rinsed and drained ⅛ teaspoon dried oregano ⅛ teaspoon dried thyme ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper ⅛ teaspoon salt