Best Spicy Lemon Quinoa Recipes
LEMON-SCENTED QUINOA
Don't let the much-touted health benefits of this fluffy grain put you off-it also happens to be absolutely delicious. The light, lemony taste of this version makes it a great accompaniment to a whole host of dishes, and it pairs particularly well with the Spicy Calamari with Bacon and Scallions.
Provided by Lillian Chou
Categories Side Vegetarian Quick & Easy Lunch Lemon Quinoa Healthy Gourmet Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Vegan Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 (side dish) servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Wash quinoa in 3 changes of cold water in a bowl, draining in a sieve each time.
- Cook quinoa in a medium pot of boiling salted water (1 tablespoon salt for 2 quarts water), uncovered, until almost tender, about 15 minutes. Drain in sieve, then set sieve over same pot above 1 inch of simmering water (water should not touch bottom of sieve). Cover quinoa with a folded kitchen towel, then cover sieve with a lid (don't worry if lid doesn't fit tightly) and steam over simmering water until tender, fluffy, and dry, about 10 minutes. Remove pot from heat and remove lid. Let stand, still covered with towel, 5 minutes.
- Transfer quinoa to a bowl and stir in oil, zest, lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
SPICY QUINOA
Spice up your meal time with this low-carb healthy grain
Provided by Emma Lewis
Categories Buffet, Lunch, Side dish, Snack, Supper
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook the quinoa according to pack instructions, adding the vegetable stock cube to the cooking water. Leave to cool, then break up any clumps with a fork. Mix through remaining ingredients and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 11 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 25 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 7 grams protein, Sodium 1.16 milligram of sodium
LEMONY QUINOA
Quinoa is a high-protein, good-for-you grain. It can be substituted for couscous and makes a lovely side dish. This recipe is a crunchy, lemony, healthy dish that can be used as a side or as a light meal.
Provided by Mirelle B
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Toast the pine nuts briefly in a dry skillet over medium heat. This will take about 5 minutes, and stir constantly as they will burn easily. Set aside to cool.
- In a saucepan, combine the quinoa, water and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and cook until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, about 10 minutes. Cool slightly, then fluff with a fork.
- Transfer the quinoa to a serving bowl and stir in the pine nuts, lemon juice, celery, onion, cayenne pepper, cumin and parsley. Adjust salt and pepper if needed before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.3 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 74.2 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
HERBED LEMON QUINOA RECIPE
Lemon and Herb Quinoa: An easy to make, vegan and gluten free seasoned quinoa recipe that you can serve as a side dish with meat, fish, or vegetable dishes or just by itself for a light lunch.
Provided by Aysegul Sanford
Categories Side Dish
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oil in a medium-sized saucepan. Add in the shallots (or onion) and ground cumin. Saute mixing constantly until shallots are translucent or softened 5-6 minutes.
- Add in the minced garlic and saute for 30 seconds.
- Stir in the quinoa and toast (or sautee), stirring constantly, for a minute. Add in the water, salt, and black pepper. Give it a stir. Put the lid on. Bring it to a boil and let it simmer for 15 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed and there are tiny holes on the surface of the quinoa.
- Turn the heat off and let it rest for 10 minutes with the lid on.
- Fluff the now-cooked quinoa with a fork.
- Add in lemon zest, lemon juice, parsley, thyme, sliced almonds, and sliced radishes if using.
- Give it a gentle toss and serve while it is still warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 kcal, Sugar 1 g, Sodium 251 mg, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Carbohydrate 39 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving
LEMON HERB QUINOA
A light yet flavorful quinoa dish that goes great with fish or chicken! I invented it on-the-fly one day when I couldn't find quite what I was looking for. For a stronger flavor, add extra lemon juice and herbs. For a more al dente quinoa, remove the lid half way through the cooking time and continue to cook uncovered until most of the water is absorbed.
Provided by MellyG
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Stir water, quinoa, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, basil, garlic, and seasoning blend together in a saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Let rest, covered, for 5 minutes; fluff with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.4 calories, Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 81.6 mg
LEMONY QUINOA-AND-SPINACH SOUP
Make sure to rinse your quinoa well in cold water before using.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small pot, bring broth, dill sprig, lemon peel, and garlic to a boil. Season with salt. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, 10 minutes. Uncover; remove dill sprig and lemon peel. Increase heat to medium-high and add quinoa; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in spinach, chopped dill, and lemon juice. Drizzle with oil, season with pepper, and serve.
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