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Saturday, June 24, 2006

Toasted Quinoa Salad

This dish was inspired by Creative Kismet (link to see a slightly different recipe w/a fresh photo, and lots of other cool things), who was inspired by Vegetarian Times May/June 2006 issue. I was taken with the recipe for two reasons ~ first because she toasted the quinoa, and second because she didn't rinse the quinoa first to remove the natural bitterness. No bitterness here ~ just a more nutty, toasted, earthy, groovy flavor. Thanks for the recipe & inspiration!

This is what I did:
1/2 C. Almond Slivers
1 C. Quinoa
2 C. Water
1 Carton Grape Tomatoes
1/2 tsp. Sea Salt
1/4 C. finely chopped Parsley
1/4 C. Olive Oil
3 Tbs. Fresh Lemon Juice

1. Toast almonds in a skillet over medium heat 4-5 minutes, or until fragrant and golden brown. Set aside.
2. Toast quinoa in the same skillet over medium heat 4-5 minutes or until light brown and beginning to pop. Stir in sea salt and 2 Cups water. Cover, and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low, and simmer 15 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Transfer to serving bowl and let cool.
3. Add all other ingredients. Garnish with lemon wedges and parsley. Creative Kismet served hers on a bed of lettuce, which is lovely.

Check the Vegan Club for more quinoa recipes!

11 Comments:

Blogger Eat Peace Please said...

First the toasting let me down, as I was thinking oven. But this is great! It looks so good, both versions. Great post Vicki, and looks real simple.

12:45 PM  
Blogger Virginie said...

The mix of quinoa and almonds should be so nice. I must try this.

4:16 PM  
Blogger KleoPatra said...

Gorgeous food, but just as lovely is the table or tablecloth that's underneath the dish!! WOW. Love it!!

7:15 PM  
Blogger MeloMeals said...

I love that tablecloth too... and the dish looks great... so.. the toasting gets rid of the bitter flavor? You learn something new everyday!

7:24 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Looks like a great summer dish!

6:40 AM  
Blogger Carrieā„¢ said...

Another winner Vicki. So simple, but sounds so good. I agree with Megan, great summer dish.

1:31 PM  
Blogger Catherine Weber said...

Ooh, that looks yummy . . . kind of like tabouli, but with almonds! Fantastic!

5:28 PM  
Blogger Regina said...

Your version looks great! Thanks for the nice words! :)

9:17 AM  
Blogger Tanya Kristine said...

Jeezumcrow. that looks delicious!!~!

9:28 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Very cool design! Useful information. Go on! accutane roche

9:16 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Quinoa is bitter unless rinsed...

2:44 PM  

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