Simple and Flavorful Quinoa Curry
Quick, easy, and healthy quinoa curry dish with veggies for lots of nutrition and bold, spicy flavor!
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa (rinsed thoroughly)
- 13.5 ounces coconut milk (1 can)
- ¼ cup vegetable broth
- 3 tablespoons curry paste (more or less, to taste)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce (more or less, to taste)
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
- 16 ounces frozen pepper and onion strips (about 3 cups)
- 2 ½ ounces handful fresh spinach
Instructions
- Mix together the quinoa, coconut milk, vegetable broth, curry paste, brown sugar, and Sriracha sauce in a pot over medium high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer about 15 - 20 minutes until all liquid is absorbed and quinoa is tender but not mushy.1 cup quinoa, 13.5 ounces coconut milk, ¼ cup vegetable broth, 3 tablespoons curry paste, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
- While the quinoa is cooking, heat the olive oil over medium heat, then add the pepper and onion strips. Saute until they begin to soften.½ tablespoon olive oil, 16 ounces frozen pepper and onion strips
- Add the spinach and stir until wilted.2 ½ ounces handful fresh spinach
- Combine the quinoa with the veggies and serve.
Notes
- I like to buy pre-rinsed quinoa to skip the rinsing step and save time.
- Adjust the amount of Sriracha and curry paste to taste, or add fresh chili peppers for more a little more heat.
- Use fresh peppers and onions if you prefer them to frozen. You can even buy pre-cut peppers and onions to save time.
- You can the frozen pepper and onion strips in the microwave to save time on the stove.
- Supplement the recipe with cooked chickpeas, tofu, or chicken to stretch it further.
- Include other vegetables such as carrots, zucchini, or mushrooms.
- No quinoa? You can substitute rice, couscous, or bulgur for a different texture.
- Add a splash of lime juice, a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, or a handful of cashews for extra flavor and texture.
Additional Serving Suggestions:
- Top with fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley, toasted nuts, or sesame seeds.
- Serve with naan bread or pita on the side to complement the curry flavors.
- Pair with a simple green salad dressed with a light vinaigrette.
- Serve with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt or raita to balance the heat.
Nutrition
Calories: 311kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 305mg | Potassium: 586mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 7058IU | Vitamin C: 154mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 3mg
