Curried Citrus Quinoa with Raisins and Toasted Almonds

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A refreshing and satisfying side dish. Also great for lunches! You may mix red quinoa with regular quinoa for a pretty color variation.

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
2 hrs
Total Time:
2 hrs 30 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa

  • 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth

  • 1 cup water

  • ¼ cup fresh orange juice

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • 2 teaspoons honey

  • 1 tablespoon curry powder

  • 2 tablespoons minced red onion

  • ½ cup raisins

  • sea salt to taste

  • ½ cup toasted sliced almonds

Directions

  1. Bring the quinoa, vegetable broth, and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender, and the water has been absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes.

  2. While the quinoa is cooking, prepare the dressing by whisking together the orange juice, lemon juice, olive oil, mustard, honey, and curry powder in a mixing bowl. Stir in the cooked quinoa, red onion, and raisins; season to taste with sea salt. Cover, and chill in the refrigerator several hours until cold.

  3. Stir in half of the toasted almonds immediately before serving. Sprinkle the remaining almonds over top to serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

250 Calories
10g Fat
35g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 250
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 1g 6%
Sodium 113mg 5%
Total Carbohydrate 35g 13%
Dietary Fiber 4g 13%
Total Sugars 11g
Protein 6g
Vitamin C 8mg 41%
Calcium 49mg 4%
Iron 3mg 14%
Potassium 348mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.