Moroccan Style Quinoa

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 Spanish onion, cut into chunks
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 1/2 cups quinoa
  • 1 lime, juice and zest of
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds
  • 1/4 cup currants
  • 1/2 cup fresh coriander, roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil, saute the onion for 2 - 3 minutes, until it's transparent. Add the garlic and spices and cook for a further 1 minute.
  2. Rinse the quinoa thoroughly, using a strainer. Add the quinoa to the pan with the onion and lime zest, stir.
  3. Measure the water and lime juice in a jug to make 2 cups of liqud.
  4. Add the water to the pan and gently bring it to the boil,continue to stir.Once boiled, cover the pan, reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water has completely absorbed into the quinoa.
  5. Add add the almonds, currants and coriander.
  6. Garnish with lime wedges and serve.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

726 kcal 36% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 15.4g 31% DV
Total Fat 51.1g 66% DV
Carbs 65.6g 24% DV
Fiber 21.3g 76% DV
Sugar 4.7g 9% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 251mg 11% DV
Potassium 1219mg 26% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 6.5mcg 1% DV
Vitamin C 52.7mg 59% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 322.3mg 25% DV
Iron 20.8mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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