Inspired by other bloggers, I decided to try something new. A sweet potato. I’ve never cooked one before. Never really eaten one that didn’t come in the form of a french fry.
You just wrap it and stick it in the microwave on the “potato” setting, right? Notsomuch.
Sweet Potato: FAIL
I supposed my microwave’s potato setting isn’t reliable (clearly this couldn’t be my fault)? Maybe try it in the oven next time? Help!?
No matter. This week’s lunch staple is a quinoa dish that SHOULD have included sweet potato adapted from Eat, Spin, Run, Repeat.
It was easy to make and I had all of the ingredients on hand (huge bonus)! So good - I will definitely me making this again.
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Moroccan-Spiced Quinoa
For the base:
- 1 C Quinoa (raw)
- 1 C Tofu (pre-cooked to your liking – I grilled mine)
- 1 C Spinach
- ¼ C Goji berries
- ¼ C toasted slivered almonds
- 2 tbsp fresh chopped basil
For the vinaigrette:
- ½ tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- ¼ c apple cider vinegar
- ¼ c oil
- ¼ c orange juice
- ½ tsp sugar
- ¼ tsp orange zest
- ¼ tsp salt
Cook quinoa according to package instructions. When fully cooked, transfer to large bowl and toss with other ingredients (except vinaigrette).
To prepare the vinaigrette, add spices to small pan and heat 1-2 minutes until fragrant. In the meantime, whisk all remaining ingredients in a small bowl. Add spices and whisk again until combined. Add mixture to salad and serve.
Notes:
You can adjust the cayenne pepper to your taste (I like a little heat!). I may add red pepper flakes or jalapenos next time as well.
Next time I wouldn’t add all of the vinaigrette – it is just a bit too much. Reserve a couple of tablespoons for a great salad dressing.
Can add sweet potato. Just don’t burn it up in the micro.
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Happy Hump Day!!!
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Ann Alexander
October 27, 2010 at 1:10 PM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Just made the Moroccan-spiced Quinoa. It’s amazing! I could eat the whole bowl.
Laura
October 29, 2010 at 12:28 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I’m go glad you liked it! I couldn’t eat mine fast enough. It is delish in a frittata, too!
Kristi Rimkus
May 20, 2011 at 10:09 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I love the spices in your vinaigrette. I’m a big fan of quinoa. I’ll be trying this recipe out. It sounds fantastic!
Kristi
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October 23, 2010 at 10:45 AM (UTC -4) Link to this comment
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