Citrus Quinoa
Brighten up your meals with this refreshing Citrus Quinoa recipe, a vibrant and healthy side dish bursting with bold flavors and rich textures. Fluffy quinoa serves as the perfect canvas for a tangy citrus dressing made with fresh orange and lemon juices, zesty citrus peels, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Tossed with pomegranate arils, toasted almond slices, fresh parsley, and crisp green onions, this dish delivers a satisfying combination of sweet, tangy, and nutty notes in every bite. Perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or a light lunch, this gluten-free and protein-packed recipe is as versatile as it is delicious. Serve it warm, chilled, or at room temperature for a colorful, wholesome addition to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 0.25 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 stalks green onions (sliced thin)
- 0.5 cup pomegranate arils
- 0.25 cup toasted almond slices
Instructions
Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer to remove any bitterness.
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 12-15 minutes until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
While the quinoa is cooking, prepare the citrus dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, olive oil, orange zest, lemon zest, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Once the quinoa is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Then fluff it with a fork and transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
Pour the citrus dressing over the warm quinoa and toss to combine, allowing the flavors to absorb into the grains.
Add the chopped parsley, green onions, pomegranate arils, and toasted almond slices to the quinoa. Gently mix until evenly distributed.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice, if needed.
Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled. Enjoy your vibrant and flavorful Citrus Quinoa!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1193 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 55.8 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2424 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 146.1 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.0 g | ||
| Protein | 34.6 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 306 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 1333 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
