Curried Quinoa

A light curry flavor makes delicious quinoa a great side dish for a multitude of main courses.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 473 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 cup quinoa
• 1 tablespoon curry powder, or to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, or as needed
• 1 tablespoon ancho chile powder

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook and stir for 2 minutes; add quinoa and cook and stir until lightly toasted, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Pour broth into the pan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and add curry and chile powders; cover and simmer until tender, about 25 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.