Delicious and Nutritious Quinoa with Carrots and Raisins Recipe

This quinoa dish with carrots and raisins is a flavorful and nutritious recipe that combines the earthy taste of quinoa with the natural sweetness of carrots and the chewy texture of raisins. It is a perfect side dish or main course for vegans and vegetarians, and can be enjoyed hot or cold. Prepare this easy-to-make recipe in just 30 minutes and savor the goodness of a healthy, gluten-free, and protein-rich meal.

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 2 medium carrots, grated
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness.
2. In a saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
3. Add the rinsed quinoa to the boiling broth, cover, and reduce the heat to low.
4. Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
5. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
6. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
7. Add the grated carrots, raisins, cumin, turmeric, salt, and black pepper to the skillet.
8. Cook for 5 minutes or until the carrots are tender.
9. Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork and add it to the skillet with the carrot mixture.
10. Stir well to combine all the ingredients and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
11. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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