Exciting Fig & Mint Quinoa Adventure

Today’s Mood: Adventurous

Hey there, foodies! Today, I am excited to share a unique and flavorful recipe that I recently stumbled upon during my culinary adventures. This dish is perfect for those days when you’re feeling a little daring and want to try something totally different in the kitchen.

Ingredients:

• chef’s knife
• cutting board
• mixing bowl
• oven

For this dish, you will need:
– 200g quinoa
– 100g dried figs
– 1 lemon (zested)
– 50g fresh mint leaves
– 1 tsp cumin
– 1 tsp smoked paprika
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

Start by preheating your oven to 200°C. Cook the quinoa according to the package instructions and set it aside to cool. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced dried figs, lemon zest, chopped mint leaves, cumin, smoked paprika, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until well combined.

Spread the quinoa mixture on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes until the quinoa is slightly crispy. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Serving:

This dish weighs approximately 600g once cooked. It serves 4 and each serving is around 150g. One serving of this flavorful quinoa salad has an approximate calorie count of 250 calories.

Tips:

To add an extra layer of flavor to this dish, try adding a handful of crumbled feta cheese on top before baking. The creaminess of the cheese pairs perfectly with the earthy quinoa and sweet figs. Plus, it adds a beautiful golden brown color to the final dish.

Feel free to get creative with this recipe and make it your own. You can swap out the figs for dates or apricots, add in some nuts for crunch, or even drizzle some honey on top for a touch of sweetness. This dish is all about experimenting and discovering new flavor combinations.

I can’t wait for you to try this adventurous quinoa salad! I hope it brings a little excitement to your next mealtime. Enjoy!