Curried Citrus Quinoa with Raisins and Toasted Almonds Recipe

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Brief

Prep 10 mins

Cook: 20 mins

Additional: 2hrs

Total: 2hrs30 mins

Servings: 6

Yield: 6 servings

Curried Citrus Quinoa with Raisins and Toasted Almonds Recipe

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

Salad

Directions

Step 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.

Step 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.

Step 3

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

Nutritional Information

Curried Citrus Quinoa with Raisins and Toasted Almonds Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:6

Calories: 249.8

% Daily Value *

Protein: 6.3g 13%

Carbohydrates: 34.7g 11%

Dietary Fiber: 3.7g 15%

Sugars: 10.7g

Fat: 10.4g 16%

Saturated Fat: 1.2g 6%

Vitamin A Iu: 36.1IU 1%

Niacin Equivalents: 1.9mg 15%

Vitamin B6: 0.2mg 12%

Vitamin C: 8.1mg 14%

Folate: 62mcg 16%

Calcium: 49.3mg 5%

Iron: 2.5mg 14%

Magnesium: 89mg 32%

Potassium: 348.2mg 10%

Sodium: 112.7mg 5%

Thiamin: 0.1mg 9%

Calories From Fat: 94

*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.