Spiced Quinoa With Almonds & Feta
This flavorful quinoa salad is a delightful dish that combines nutty quinoa with aromatic spices, crunchy almonds, creamy feta cheese, and fresh parsley. The warm and comforting blend of flavors and textures make this salad a satisfying and versatile option for any meal. Enjoy it as a stand-alone dish or as a tasty side at your next gathering.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp turmeric
- 300g quinoa , rinsed
- 50g toasted flaked almonds
- 100g feta cheese , crumbled
- handful parsley , roughly chopped
- juice ½ lemon
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large pan. Add the spices, then fry for a min or so until fragrant. Add the quinoa, then fry for a further min until you can hear gentle popping sounds. Stir in 600ml boiling water, then gently simmer for 10-15 mins until the water has evaporated and the quinoa grains have a white ‘halo’ around them. Allow to cool slightly, then stir through the other ingredients. Serve warm or cold.
Cook Time
15M
Prep Time
PT10M
Yield
Serves 4
Nutrition
- Calories: 404 calories
- Fat Content: 19 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 4 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 44 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 6 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 1 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 17 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 0.68 milligram of sodium
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