Spiced Quinoa

This recipe combines pungent Mediterranean and Indian flavors for a quick and delicious side dish.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 440 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 ½ teaspoons curry powder
• 1 ½ cups chicken stock
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ¾ cup quinoa
• ½ teaspoon cumin
• ½ cup toasted pine nuts
• ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 (14 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
• ½ cup raisins, soaked in hot water and drained (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Stir together the olive oil, onion, and garlic in a saucepan over medium heat until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the quinoa, curry powder, salt, pepper, cumin, cinnamon, and chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes until the quinoa is tender.

Step 2

Once the quinoa has finished cooking, stir in the drained garbanzo beans, toasted pine nuts, and raisins. Serve warm or cold.