SPICED CARROT AND ZUCCHINI QUINOA

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Provided by Evan Kleiman

Categories     Herb     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Passover     Vegetarian     Kosher     Vegan     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups water
2 cups quinoa, rinsed well, drained
2 tablespoons dried currants
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 medium carrots, peeled, cut into small cubes
2 medium zucchini, trimmed, cut into small cubes
1 tablespoon Hungarian sweet paprika
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Combine first 4 ingredients in heavy large saucepan. Bring to boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed and quinoa is tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add carrots; sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Add zucchini; sauté until tender, about 3 minutes. Mix in paprika and cinnamon. Add quinoa to skillet; toss to blend. Season with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead. Transfer to baking dish. Cover and chill. Rewarm, covered, in 350°F oven about 15 minutes. Mix in cilantro and serve.

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I'm new to cooking, and I was looking for a simple and easy recipe to try. This spiced carrot and zucchini quinoa recipe was perfect! The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and I was able to make the dish without any problems. The quinoa tur


daniel chibua
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids are always hesitant to try new vegetables, but they loved this dish. The carrots and zucchini are cooked perfectly and have a slightly sweet flavor that even the pickiest ea


L Michael
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook quinoa, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The combination of carrots, zucchini, and spices creates a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. I especially l


Paul Lindsey
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some carrots and zucchini that were starting to look a little sad, so I decided to give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The quinoa turned out fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetabl


Sedrique Abie
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I was initially hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of quinoa. However, I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious it turned out. The quinoa was cooked perfectly and had a fluffy texture. The carrots and zucchini added sweetness an


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Raza Abbas
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Teresa King
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Gamer jihad
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I'm not usually a fan of quinoa, but this recipe changed my mind completely. The combination of spices and vegetables transformed the quinoa into a delectable dish that left me craving for more. The carrots and zucchini were cooked to perfection, ret


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