QUINOA, ZUCCHINI, & LEEK CURRIED KUGEL RECIPE - (4.3/5)

Quinoa, Zucchini, & Leek Curried Kugel Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by blum099

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 leek, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
1/2 cup of quinoa
1 cup of water
1/8 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1 clove of garlic
2 medium-sized zucchini, sliced
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon curry powder
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°F. In 1 tablespoon olive oil, sauté the leek over a medium flame until tender. Once leek is tender, add quinoa and toast for 3 minutes, stirring often. Add the water and a 1/8 teaspoon salt and cook over medium heat for 15 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed. Cover and set aside. In a separate frying pan, add the garlic and the other tablespoon of olive oil and sauté over medium heat for 30 seconds. Add zucchini and sauté for 5 minutes, or until tender. Set aside to cool. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, eggs, and curry thoroughly. Stir in the zucchini and quinoa and mix well. Pour the mixture into an 8-inch round baking dish and bake for 40 minutes, or until golden brown