Lime Biryani Recipe

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Lime Biryani
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Directions:

  1. Zest or finely grate one lime to produce 1 1/2 ts;p zest, then juice both limes
  2. In a saucepan, combine 3 tbsp lime juice, quinoa, water, 1 tbsp olive oil, curry seasoning, and 1/2 tsp salt. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until quinoa turns transparent and liquid is absorbed. Cool and place in a large bowl.
  3. Add carrots, chickpeas, scallions, almonds, and currants. Toss.
  4. In a small bowl, combine remaining 3 tbsp lime juice, zest, and remaining 2 tbsp oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 3/8 tsp pepper; whisk until well blended. Pour over quinoa mixture and toss. Divide evenly into four salad bowls.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 427.69 Kcal (1791 kJ)
Calories from fat 177.94 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 19.77g 30%
Sodium 553.81mg 23%
Potassium 668.78mg 14%
Total Carbs 54.03g 18%
Sugars 10.33g 41%
Dietary Fiber 10.34g 41%
Protein 13.14g 26%
Vitamin C 18.2mg 30%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 2%
Iron 4.8mg 27%
Calcium 120.3mg 12%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 160.45 Kcal (672 kJ)
Calories from fat 66.75 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7.42g 30%
Sodium 207.76mg 23%
Potassium 250.89mg 14%
Total Carbs 20.27g 18%
Sugars 3.87g 41%
Dietary Fiber 3.88g 41%
Protein 4.93g 26%
Vitamin C 6.8mg 30%
Iron 1.8mg 27%
Calcium 45.1mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 9.4
    Points
  • 11
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free,
  • good source of fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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