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Moroccan Quinoa

Delicious One Pot Moroccan Quinoa for a Healthy Dinner

This Moroccan Quinoa is a vibrant, gluten-free, and vegan dish packed with flavors and nutrients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Gluten-Free
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter Adds richness; use olive oil for a vegan version.
  • 1 tablespoon Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Essential for flavor.
  • 1 medium Shallots Finely chopped.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Mild Harissa Consider brands like Mina.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Key for Moroccan flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Sweet or smoked varieties.
Quinoa Ingredients
  • 1 cup Dry Quinoa Rich in protein.
  • 1 14.5-ounce can Fire-Roasted Diced Tomatoes Provides depth and acidity.
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth Imparts flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust according to preference.
Greens & Toppings
  • 3 cups Fresh Baby Spinach Adds nutrition and color.
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Almonds Toasted for flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Green Olives Castelvetrano recommended.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley For garnish.
  • 1 medium Lemon Thinly sliced.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium-high heat. Add lemon slices and cook until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side, then set aside.
  2. Reduce heat and add olive oil, shallots, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Stir in harissa, cumin, paprika, and quinoa, toasting for 1-2 minutes until the spices become aromatic.
  4. Pour in the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until the quinoa is fluffy.
  5. Uncover and gently stir in fresh baby spinach until wilted. Remove from heat, stir in sliced almonds, and top with olives, parsley, and caramelized lemon slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For added richness, drizzle some extra olive oil before serving.

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