SPICED CARROT AND ZUCCHINI QUINOA

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Provided by Evan Kleiman

Categories     Herb     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Passover     Vegetarian     Kosher     Vegan     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups water
2 cups quinoa, rinsed well, drained
2 tablespoons dried currants
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 medium carrots, peeled, cut into small cubes
2 medium zucchini, trimmed, cut into small cubes
1 tablespoon Hungarian sweet paprika
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Combine first 4 ingredients in heavy large saucepan. Bring to boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed and quinoa is tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add carrots; sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Add zucchini; sauté until tender, about 3 minutes. Mix in paprika and cinnamon. Add quinoa to skillet; toss to blend. Season with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead. Transfer to baking dish. Cover and chill. Rewarm, covered, in 350°F oven about 15 minutes. Mix in cilantro and serve.

Maddelyn S
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I wasn't a big fan of this recipe. The quinoa was a bit too mushy for my taste and the vegetables were a bit bland.


Husen Ibrahim
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think I'll try making it again with less cayenne pepper.


Lukas Parsons
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I made this recipe for my friends and they loved it! It's a great dish for a party or get-together.


Hana Yegezaw
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the flavors are amazing.


Md Sajjed
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Delicious and healthy! I'll be making this again for sure.


FEDEXSHIPPINGXPRESS 247
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! I would definitely make it again.


Hawaiian Harry
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and flavorful meal. I especially liked the addition of zucchini, which gave the dish a nice crunch.


Zalihat Yuguda
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I'm not usually a fan of quinoa, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of spices and vegetables made it really tasty.


K0smit0
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were tender and flavorful.


Raja Aqib Dhanyal
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the quinoa made it a really healthy dish.


Glad Hoya
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The combination of spiced carrots, zucchini, and quinoa was flavorful and satisfying. The quinoa gave the dish a nice nutty flavor and made it really filling.