Quinoa Lime Biryani Recipe

Name: Quinoa Lime Biryani
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 limes; 1 cup quinoa; 1 1/4 cups water; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 1/4 teaspoons curry; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1 (10 ounce) package shredded carrots; 1 cup chickpeas; 1 1/2 cups sliced scallions; 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted; 1/4 cup currants or 1/4 cup raisins; 3/8 teaspoon pepper

Servings: persons

2 limes
1 cup quinoa
1 1/4 cups water
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/4 teaspoons curry
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 (10 ounce) package shredded carrots
1 cup chickpeas
1 1/2 cups sliced scallions
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/4 cup currants or 1/4 cup raisins
3/8 teaspoon pepper

1
Zest lime to produce 1 1/2 tsp zest and then juice both limes.
2
In a saucepan combine 3 tablespoons lime juice, quinoa, water, 1 tablespoon olive oil, curry and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15 - 20 min until quinoa turns transparent and liquid is absorbed. Cool and place in large bowl.
3
Add carrots, chickpeas, scallions, almonds and raisins. Toss.
4
In a small bowl combine 3 Tablespoons lime juice, zest, 2 tablespoons oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 3/8 teaspoon pepper. Whisk until blended and pour over quinoa. Toss.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 limes, 1 cup quinoa, 1 1/4 cups water, 3 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Quinoa Lime Biryani falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quinoa Lime Biryani

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