ZESTY QUINOA

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If you are a fanatic for clean eating and ambitious, bold flavor combinations, I think you will greatly enjoy this recipe for not only the delicious flavor but the health benefits as well! I have experimented with many clean recipes of my own on my journey to satisfy my cravings and strive for good health - this is by far one of my favorites that I've concocted myself! Hope you enjoy it as much as I have. Tastes delicious warm or cold.

Provided by Sam L (Sam)

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup water
½ cup dry quinoa
½ lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 clove garlic, minced
⅓ jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
salt to taste
1 pinch ground turmeric
¼ teaspoon chia seeds, or to taste

Steps:

  • Combine quinoa and water in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer 15 minutes.
  • Add lemon juice, cilantro, garlic, jalapeno, and chia seeds to the quinoa in the saucepan. Add salt and turmeric. Stir evenly and cook over medium heat until excess moisture is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Serve hot or refrigerate for a few hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.7 calories, Carbohydrate 56.8 g, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 168.4 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

JK MEDIA
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Otim JOSHUA EMMANUEL
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I love the bright and zesty flavors in this dish.


Mirza Fasih
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This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Alura Tutors
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I'm allergic to nuts, so I substituted the almonds for sunflower seeds.


Khan Tv
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Aysha palmaris
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The quinoa was a bit overcooked, but the flavors were still good.


Nukpenu Derrick
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I would add more spices next time.


Anisha Rana
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I'm not a big fan of quinoa, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so flavorful and satisfying.


Mason Joshua Pollard
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This was my first time cooking quinoa and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the quinoa was cooked perfectly.


Md Joy Jr
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I love this recipe! It's so versatile and can be used as a side dish or main course. I've also added different vegetables and spices to change up the flavor.


Kal Man
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This quinoa dish was a hit! The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


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