Warm Zucchini Quinoa Recipe

Name: Warm Zucchini Quinoa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 teaspoons Olive Oil, Divided; 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic; 1/2 teaspoons Turmeric; 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander; 1 cup Quinoa, Rinsed And Drained; 2 cups Water; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 2 Small Zucchini, Sliced And Halved; 1/2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika; 1/2 teaspoons Cumin; 1/2 teaspoons Salt

Servings: persons

3 teaspoons Olive Oil, Divided
1 teaspoon Minced Garlic
1/2 teaspoons Turmeric
1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
1 cup Quinoa, Rinsed And Drained
2 cups Water
1/2 teaspoons Salt
2 Small Zucchini, Sliced And Halved
1/2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika
1/2 teaspoons Cumin
1/2 teaspoons Salt

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Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a medium-sized pot over medium heat.
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Add garlic, turmeric, and coriander and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Add quinoa and toast for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add water and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
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Turn heat to low, cover the pot, and cook for 15 minutes.
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Remove pot from heat and allow quinoa to sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes.
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Then remove lid and fluff quinoa with a fork.
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Meanwhile, add remaining 2 teaspoons oil to a large skillet and heat over medium high heat.
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Add sliced zucchini and then sprinkle with smoked paprika, cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
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Saute until zucchini is golden brown or even blackened (I like it a bit charred) on the edges.
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Stir zucchini slices into fluffed quinoa and serve warm.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 teaspoons Olive Oil, Divided, 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic, 1/2 teaspoons Turmeric, 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander, and more.

Yes, Warm Zucchini Quinoa 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.

Warm Zucchini Quinoa

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