QUINOA WITH CAULIFLOWER, CRANBERRIES AND PINE NUTS

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I've been looking for quinoa recipes and found this one in Vegan Express by Nava Atlas. She recommends using a fragrant oil such as walnut oil or untoasted sesame oil but olive oil may be substituted if those oils aren't available.

Provided by Dreamer in Ontario

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/4 cups quinoa, rinsed in a fine sieve
2 tablespoons sesame oil or 2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onions or 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
1 small head cauliflower, cut into small pieces and florets
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup pine nuts, lightly toasted in a dry skillet
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley (to taste)
salt, to taste
fresh ground pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Combine quinoa with 2 1/2 cups water in a saucepan; bring to a simmer.
  • Cover and simmer gently for 15 minutes, or until water has been absorbed.
  • While quinoa is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or stir-fry pan; add onion and saute over medium-low heat until golden.
  • Add cauliflower and about 1/3 cup water; cover and cook 5 minutes, or until cauliflower is just tender.
  • Once quinoa is done, add it to the cauliflower mixture; add cranberries, pine nuts and parsley.
  • Toss together then remove from heat.
  • Drizzle in remaining oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve immediately.

caleb herr
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a great make-ahead meal. Simply cook the quinoa and cauliflower ahead of time and then assemble the dish when you're ready to serve.


Habiba Farman
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I'm not a big fan of quinoa, but this recipe changed my mind. The cauliflower and cranberries added a lot of flavor and made the quinoa more palatable.


Tuyizere Ferias
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This recipe is a great starting point for creating your own quinoa dish. Feel free to experiment with different vegetables, nuts, and spices to create a dish that suits your own taste.


Lisa Solis
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I would make this recipe again, but I would make a few changes. I would add more vegetables, such as broccoli or carrots, and I would use a different type of nut, such as almonds or walnuts.


Raza Chandio
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Overall, I thought this recipe was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Nimali Maheshika
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This recipe was a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less salt or omitting it altogether.


danisco comedy
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The cauliflower in this dish was a bit too crunchy for my liking. I would recommend roasting it for a few minutes longer to soften it up.


Lucas Maia
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I found this recipe to be a bit too time-consuming. It took me over an hour to make and the end result wasn't worth the effort.


Zainab Farhan
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding some additional spices or herbs to give it more flavor.


HappySpaceCat
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook quinoa and this recipe did not disappoint. The cauliflower and cranberries added a nice touch of sweetness and the pine nuts gave it a nice crunch.


Subroto Biswes
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This recipe was a lifesaver! I was looking for a healthy and delicious side dish to serve with my roasted chicken and this fit the bill perfectly.


Tumelo Simphiwe “Dallas” Mazibuko
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. It was flavorful and satisfying. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Levy Charles
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this dish was to make. It was also very delicious and healthy. I will definitely be making it again!


Kathy Mills
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This dish was simple to make and packed with flavor. I loved the addition of the cranberries and pine nuts, which gave it a nice sweet and nutty flavor.


pathari morang
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The flavors are perfectly balanced and the dish is always a beautiful presentation.


Fiž.àá Kayani
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This quinoa dish was a delightful surprise! The combination of cauliflower, cranberries, and pine nuts added a wonderful texture and flavor to the quinoa. I especially enjoyed the slight crunch from the pine nuts.