Spice Up Your Salad Game with Curried Quinoa Delight!

Today’s Special: Curried Quinoa Salad

Hey there, foodies! Today, I’m excited to share a unique and flavorful recipe for curried quinoa salad that is perfect for warm summer days or as a refreshing side dish any time of the year. The combination of aromatic spices, sweet fruits, and crunchy nuts in this dish is simply irresistible. Let’s get cooking!

Ingredients:

• quinoa (200g)
• water (400ml)
• curry powder (2 tsp)
• cumin (1 tsp)
• cinnamon (1/2 tsp)
• ripe mango, diced (1)
• frozen peas, thawed (100g)
• toasted cashews, chopped (50g)
• fresh cilantro, chopped (a handful)
• lime, juiced (1)
• olive oil (3 tbsp)
• salt and pepper to taste

Kitchen Tools:

• saucepan
• mixing bowl
• knife
• cutting board
• spatula

Start by rinsing the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness. In a saucepan, combine the quinoa, water, curry powder, cumin, and cinnamon. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the water is absorbed. Fluff it with a fork and let it cool.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced mango, peas, chopped cashews, and cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the quinoa salad and mix well to combine all the flavors.

This curried quinoa salad is best served chilled, so pop it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving. The flavors will meld together beautifully, and you’ll be left with a refreshing and satisfying dish that is perfect for any occasion.

This recipe yields approximately 800g of curried quinoa salad, enough for 4 servings. Each serving is approximately 200g, with an estimated calorie count of 300 per serving.

A clever tip for this dish is to add a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes on top before serving for an extra burst of tropical flavor and crunch. It’s a simple yet effective way to take this dish to the next level.

I hope you give this unique curried quinoa salad a try and enjoy it as much as I do. Feel free to customize it with your favorite fruits, nuts, or additional spices to make it your own. Happy cooking!