Quinoa with Spices
Elevate your side dishes with this fragrant and wholesome Quinoa with Spices recipe, a perfect blend of nutty quinoa and aromatic seasonings. This nutritious dish combines fluffy, protein-packed quinoa with a vibrant medley of cumin, turmeric, paprika, and coriander, creating a burst of flavor in every bite. Sautéed onions and garlic add a savory depth, while a fresh squeeze of lemon juice and chopped parsley bring brightness and zest to the dish. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this gluten-free, vegan-friendly recipe serves as a versatile side or a light, satisfying main course. Enjoy it as a healthy, spiced accompaniment to your favorite meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 lemon, juiced
Instructions
Rinse the quinoa under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer to remove its natural bitterness.
In a medium saucepan, bring the 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
While the quinoa is cooking, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cumin seeds. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
Reduce the heat slightly and add the ground turmeric, paprika, and ground coriander. Stir to coat the onions and garlic evenly with the spices.
Add the cooked quinoa to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper, and mix well to combine the flavors.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice.
Serve warm as a side dish or as a light, spiced main course. Optionally, garnish with additional parsley or a lemon wedge.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
783 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.4 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2398 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.3 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 26.8 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 537 mg | 11% | |
*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.
