CONFETTI QUINOA

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Quinoa, pronounced "keenwa," quadruples in size when cooked yet stays crunchy and nutty. This recipe (which I've not tried) adds a variety of colors of bell pepper to the quinoa for the effect of confetti. From Laurel's Kitchen Cookbook and submitted for Zaar World Tour II.

Provided by Debs Recipes

Categories     Grains

Time 20m

Yield 3 cups, 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed well and drained
2 cups water or 2 cups broth
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 small onion, diced
1/2 bell pepper, diced (any combination of red, yellow, and green)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped toasted almonds or 1/4 cup sliced and chopped water chestnut

Steps:

  • Add quinoa to boiling water and salt; reduce heat then cover and simmer 15 minutes until water is absorbed.
  • Meanwhile, sauté onion and pepper in olive oil; add to cooked quinoa; add almonds or water chestnuts just before serving.

Musthura Assim
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover veggies. I also like to add some nuts or seeds for extra crunch.


Kevin Phaphe
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy meal. I like to serve it with grilled chicken or fish.


Gilibwa Phiri
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I'm not a huge fan of quinoa, but this salad changed my mind! The flavors and textures are amazing.


Monowar Hossein Raju
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Imad Alkabsh
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I love the vibrant colors of this salad! It's so cheerful and inviting.


Angela Johnson (Sistahtopic)
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This is my go-to recipe for a healthy and satisfying lunch.


Darío Palacios
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I made this for a picnic and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Ayomide Blessing
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. I like to add whatever vegetables I have on hand, and it always turns out delicious.


Faduma Hassan
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually add some chopped avocado and black beans for extra flavor and protein.


Sandra Frazier
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This confetti quinoa salad was a hit at our last potluck! The bright colors and flavors were so refreshing, and the quinoa was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


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