This is a recipe I’ve had in the back of my mind for most of the summer, but I haven’t taken the time to try it out. This past weekend I finally did and the result was delicious. I hope you enjoy it!
1 Cup uncooked quinoa
2 Cups water
1/4 cup raisins
!/2 cup pistachios
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup orange juice
2 Tsp curry powder
2 tsp honey
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp white wine vinegar
salt to taste
Place quinoa and water in a small pot. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce temperature and continue to simmer for about 15 minutes until the water has evaporated. Remove from heat. Let sit, covered for 5 minutes. Cool.
While the quinoa is cooking, you can prepare the rest of the ingredients.
Over low heat, toast the pistachios until just golden. Then set aside to cool.
In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, vinegar, olive oil, honey and curry powder.
Once the quinoa has cooled, combine it with the raisins, pistachios and cilantro. Toss with the orange juice mixture and season with salt. Chill for 1 hour before serving.
Kitchen, uncorked 