CUMIN QUINOA PATTIES
These easy burgers taste amazing, and the quinoa gives them a hearty texture. They're a delicious vegetarian option that you really have to try. Pan-frying them adds a perfect crunch that takes them to the next level. You can make the mixture for this healthy quinoa recipe ahead of time-it freezes very well. Enjoy! -Beth Klein, Arlington, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed, 12-15 minutes. Remove from heat; fluff with a fork., Meanwhile, place carrot in a food processor; pulse until coarsely chopped. Add beans; process until chopped. Transfer mixture to a large bowl. Mix in cooked quinoa, bread crumbs, green onions, egg and seasonings. Shape mixture into 8 patties., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add patties; cook until a thermometer reads 160°, 3-4 minutes on each side, turning carefully. If desired, serve with optional ingredients.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 273mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SPICED QUINOA
This recipe combines pungent Mediterranean and Indian flavors for a quick and delicious side dish.
Provided by Cinderella
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Stir together the olive oil, onion, and garlic in a saucepan over medium heat until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the quinoa, curry powder, salt, pepper, cumin, cinnamon, and chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes until the quinoa is tender.
- Once the quinoa has finished cooking, stir in the drained garbanzo beans, toasted pine nuts, and raisins. Serve warm or cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.8 calories, Carbohydrate 64.8 g, Cholesterol 0.3 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 851.1 mg, Sugar 13.7 g
QUINOA WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES
Grab all of your garden-fresh produce for this quinoa with roasted vegetables. The tangy dressing and fresh herbs really make the flavors shine in this wholesome quinoa side dish. -Sonali Ruder, New York, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place vegetables and garlic in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 35-40 minutes or until tender, stirring once., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from the heat; fluff with a fork., Transfer vegetables and quinoa to a large bowl. Whisk the vinegar, mustard and remaining oil; drizzle over vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with herbs: toss to combine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 388mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CUMIN SPICED QUINOA WITH VEGETABLES
A crop of fresh veggies make this herb-accented quinoa a great way to lighten up your plate without missing a bit of flavor. Recipe courtesy of Reynolds.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 27m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Place Reynolds® Oven Bag in 13x9x2-inch pan.
- Add flour, cumin, garlic powder, salt and pepper to oven bag; gently squeeze bag to blend ingredients. Add quinoa and vegetables; turn bag several times to mix ingredients. Arrange ingredients in even layer in bag. Fold down bag opening two times to hold bag open; set aside.
- Microwave vegetable stock in a medium microwave-safe bowl for about 4 minutes on high power until stock is very hot. Carefully pour or ladle stock over vegetables. Carefully unfold bag opening.
- Close bag with nylon tie. Cut six 1/2-inch slits in top of bag near tie. Tuck ends of bag in pan.
- Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until vegetables are tender and quinoa is soft and translucent. Let stand 5 minutes. Carefully cut top of bag open; stir. Top with fresh herbs and pine nuts, if desired. Season with additional salt and pepper, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
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