Wishing everyone a very happy holiday season. Here is a recipe that will help to fuel you without giving you that “Oh no, what did I just eat?” feeling.
Christmas Quinoa
- 5 c red quinoa, cooked with a little sea salt and cooled to room temperature
- 2 pomegranates, seeded
- 2 yellow peppers, finely chopped
- 1 medium-small sweet onion (red or white), finely chopped
- 1 bunch flat-leafed parsley, just the leaves, torn if very large
- 1-2 c baby arugula, roughly chopped
- 2 c lightly toasted sliced almonds
- 1 c raisins
Christmas Quinoa Dressing
- 1/2 c olive oil
- 1/2 c balsamic vinegar
- sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Combine all salad ingredients except the almonds. Add the dressing to the salad, mixing well and tasting to adjust seasoning. Sprinkle nuts on top just before serving. Serves 20.
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Johnny says
didn’t you hear there’s a quinoa boycott going on.? I heard about it from a guy named Marvin Simms…..
Jittery Cook says
Hey! He just ate some without complaining. We’re making progress.
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roghieh says
This is so good. I love it.
Jittery Cook says
Thanks Roghieh! So glad you like it!!
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laurileeshealthycooking says
so beautiful I can taste it!
Jittery Cook says
Thanks Laurilee! I’m having leftovers for breakfast!
Susan wener says
I think that the presentation is gorgeous and that your blog is fabulous
Jittery Cook says
Thanks Susan! You made me smile first thing in the morning.
Nicole Garcia says
Is the 5 c quinoa measured before it is cooked or after?
Jittery Cook says
Before. It makes a very large quantity. Delicious!
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Nicole Garcia says
Wow, that is a very large quantity! Do you know about how much it makes? It says 20s servings but is that assuming it is a main dish? I’m making it for a side dish…
Jittery Cook says
That’s as a side dish.
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