Curried Citrus Quinoa with Raisins and Toasted Almonds

Fresh orange juice and lemon juice are combined with curry powder and honey, creating a bright and flavorful dressing for this cold quinoa salad. Toasted almonds provide the crunch!

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 250 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup raisins
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons honey
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• ¼ cup fresh orange juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• sea salt to taste
• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 tablespoons minced red onion
• 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
• ½ cup toasted sliced almonds

Recipe Instructions

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.