Best Curried Citrus Quinoa With Raisins And Toasted Almonds Recipes

CURRIED QUINOA

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My husband was wanting Quinoa (I use Recipe #16399 a must) for dinner, so I just through this together.

Provided by Debbwl

Categories Low Cholesterol

Time 22m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons curry powder
2 cups quinoa, Quinoa-Toasted Quinoa-Toasted
4 cups water
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1/2 cup dried apricot, chopped
2 carrots, finely chopped
1/2 cup peas

Steps:

In a large saucepan, cook onion and garlic over low heat, stirring, until softened.
Add curry powder and toasted Quinoa , stirring for 1 minute.
Add water and carrots, bring to boil, cover, reduce heat to low and simmer 12 minutes or until Quinoa has absorbed all the water.
Stir in peas, apricots, almonds, raisins, or cranberries and serve.

CURRIED QUINOA

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A light curry flavor makes delicious quinoa a great side dish for a multitude of main courses.

Provided by A.F.

Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil, or as needed
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup quinoa
2 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon curry powder, or to taste
1 tablespoon ancho chile powder
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook and stir for 2 minutes; add quinoa and cook and stir until lightly toasted, about 5 minutes.
Pour broth into the pan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and add curry and chile powders; cover and simmer until tender, about 25 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473.3 calories, Carbohydrate 62.8 g, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 13.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 48.2 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

CURRY QUINOA WITH ALMONDS AND CRANBERRIES

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Very simple, healthy and delicious meal. If you like quinoa, you'll love this. I've brought it to many potlucks; it always gets positive remarks. I sometimes leave out the red onion for those you don't like uncooked onions. Be creative with this recipe. You can add or subtract any veggies.

Provided by bellaflora

Categories Curries

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 cups quinoa
2 cups water or 2 cups vegetable broth
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons curry powder
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup grated carrot
1/2 cup grated zucchini
1/2 cup chopped parsley
1/2 cup cranberries or 1/2 cup raisins
1/4 cup blanched sliced almonds
3 scallions, chopped
1/4 cup diced red onion

Steps:

Place quinoa in medium bowl and soak for at least 1 hour, then drain liquid.
Boil water or broth and add quinoa, cover, and cook for 20 minutes.
In a blender add olive oil, vinegar, curry, turmeric, sea salt, and pepper.
Pour this onto the cooked quinoa. Add grated vegetables, parsley, almonds, raisins, scallions and red onions; mix well and taste for seasonings.
Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy.