QUINOA WITH CARROTS AND RAISINS

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A sweet and spicy quinoa dish that's perfect for fall. Works well as either a main or side dish.

Provided by jenw

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
2 carrots, grated
1 ¼ cups raisins
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
1 ½ cups quinoa
¾ cup chopped cilantro
1 ½ cups orange juice
1 ½ cups water
¼ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir onion, carrots, raisins, and pumpkin pie spice until onion becomes golden, about 5 minutes. Stir in quinoa and cilantro and allow to toast for a few minutes. Pour orange juice and water in and stir well, bringing to a boil. Reduce heat cook until all the liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes, then add walnuts. Fluff with a fork and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.5 calories, Carbohydrate 66.1 g, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 26.5 mg, Sugar 27.5 g

Wyatt Sprehn
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always perfect. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Bilal Jatt
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This is my go-to recipe for quinoa. It's healthy, delicious, and so easy to make.


Nkosi Buthelezi
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I love this quinoa dish! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Alex Gonzalez
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This recipe is a great base for a variety of different dishes. I've added grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, and even eggs to it. It's always delicious.


tahir masood
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This quinoa dish is a great way to use up leftover roasted carrots. I also added some dried cranberries, and it was delicious.


Dulal Lipe
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook quinoa, and this recipe is a great one. The carrots and raisins add a nice sweetness and crunch, and the spices give the dish a warm and savory flavor.


EmpiricalPenguin
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This quinoa dish is a great make-ahead meal. I made it on Sunday, and I've been eating it for lunch all week. It's still just as delicious as the day I made it.


Noxie Nx
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I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of the quinoa, carrots, and raisins.


soon_fit_ peitilo
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The carrots and raisins are hidden in the quinoa, so they'll never know they're eating them.


Bima rai
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I'm not a big fan of quinoa, but this recipe changed my mind. The quinoa was fluffy and flavorful, and the carrots and raisins added a nice sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ngawa Sherpa
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This quinoa dish is a great way to use up leftover carrots and raisins. It's also a healthy and filling meal that can be easily customized to your liking.


Ahammed Saidul
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I made this quinoa dish for dinner last night, and my family loved it! The quinoa was perfectly cooked, and the carrots and raisins added a nice touch of sweetness. The spices also gave the dish a nice flavor.


Ameen Memn
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This recipe is a keeper! The quinoa is light and fluffy, and the carrots and raisins add a nice sweetness. I also love the addition of the spices, which give the dish a warm and savory flavor.


Brianna garza
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my quinoa turned out mushy. Not sure what went wrong.


md Sidul
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This quinoa dish is a great way to get your daily dose of veggies. The carrots and raisins add a nice pop of color and flavor, and the quinoa is a healthy and filling grain. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a healthy and


Olivia Perez
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I tried this recipe for quinoa with carrots and raisins, and it turned out amazing! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect, and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Noeescito Hidalgo
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This quinoa dish with carrots and raisins is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The quinoa is fluffy and tender, while the carrots add a sweet crunch and the raisins provide a chewy burst of sweetness. The spices and herbs add a warm and sav