CURRIED QUINOA SALAD

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Mmm curried Quinoa.. really, how can you go wrong with this? For a full lunch add some chicken or tofu.

Provided by kelly in TO

Categories     Grains

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup quinoa, rinsed & drained
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/3 cup olive oil
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 teaspoon curry powder
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt & pepper, each
1/2 cup carrot, finely chopped
1/2 red pepper, chopped
1/4 cup dried apricot, chopped
1/4 cup toasted cashews, chopped
2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Toast the Quinoa in a frying pan for about 5 minutes or until it begins to pop.
  • Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a saucepan and add toasted quinoa.
  • Cover and simmer over a medium heat for about 15 - 20 minutes or until water is absorbed. Put quinoa in a large bowl and let cool.
  • Heat 1 tbsp oil in a frying pan and add onion, fry onion over a medium heat until the onion begins to soften, add curry powder and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Whisk together in a bowl the remaining oil, lemon juice, mustard, salt and pepper and pour over quinoa. Stir in reserved onion mixture, carrot, red pepper, apricots, cashews, green onion, and parsley.
  • Serve.

Khaji Nayak
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The curried quinoa salad is packed with flavor and has a nice crunch from the vegetables. I'll definitely be making this again.


Monna Rudra
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a healthy and delicious option for a quick lunch or dinner.


Usama Tanoli
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This salad was a hit at my last party. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Susu Hamudi
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I'm not a big fan of quinoa, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing was creamy and flavorful, and the vegetables added a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.


ADESANYA ADEBIYI
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. Perfect for a summer picnic or potluck.


Hafizah Tu
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I love how versatile this salad is. I've made it with different vegetables and dressings, and it's always delicious.


Rasheed Ahmed Pathan
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This salad was easy to make and packed with flavor. The curry powder gave it a nice kick and the vegetables added a lot of crunch. I would definitely recommend this salad to others.


Sehar Rana
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Wow!! This salad is amazing! I've made it twice now and it's a hit every time.


gida bazanya
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This salad looked promising, but I found it to be bland and uninspired. The dressing lacked flavor and the quinoa was overcooked.


Brandon dickson
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I thought this salad was just okay.


kshitiz chaudhary
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Not just healthy but a total flavor bomb. The dressing is absolutely delicious and I will use it on other salads.


Beverly Bailey
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So yummy and easy to make! This will be a summer staple in my home.


Sabrina Grimes
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This salad was delicious! Perfect for a healthy summer meal. The flavors were amazing.


maripac1
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This curried quinoa salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The quinoa is cooked perfectly and has a slightly nutty flavor that pairs well with the creamy dressing. The curry powder adds a subtle warmth and depth of flavor, while the veg


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