Spiced Carrot and Zucchini Quinoa Recipe

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Nutrition

236

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Ingredients:

Serving

4 cups water
2 cups quinoa, rinsed well, drained
2 tbsp dried currants
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 medium carrots, peeled, cut into small cubes
2 medium zucchini, trimmed, cut into small cubes
1 tbsp hungarian sweet paprika
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions:

Combine first 4 ingredients in heavy large saucepan. Bring to boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed and quinoa is tender, about 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add carrots; sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Add zucchini; sauté until tender, about 3 minutes. Mix in paprika and cinnamon. Add quinoa to skillet; toss to blend. Season with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead. Transfer to baking dish. Cover and chill. Rewarm, covered, in 350°F oven about 15 minutes. Mix in cilantro and serve.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	236.37 Kcal (990 kJ)
Calories from fat	89.78 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	9.98g	15%
Sodium	161.3mg	7%
Potassium	327.5mg	7%
Total Carbs	30.85g	10%
Sugars	2.29g	9%
Dietary Fiber	3.84g	15%
Protein	6.33g	13%
Vitamin C	2.4mg	4%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	6%
Iron	2.3mg	13%
Calcium	43.6mg	4%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	122.98 Kcal (515 kJ)
Calories from fat	46.71 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.19g	15%
Sodium	83.92mg	7%
Potassium	170.4mg	7%
Total Carbs	16.05g	10%
Sugars	1.19g	9%
Dietary Fiber	2g	15%
Protein	3.29g	13%
Vitamin C	1.2mg	4%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	6%
Iron	1.2mg	13%
Calcium	22.7mg	4%

* 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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