Coconut Spinach Quinoa Delight Recipe

About this recipe

A hearty quinoa dish infused with creamy coconut and vibrant spinach, packed with protein and flavor for a satisfying lunch.

Ingredients

• 100 g Quinoa
• 250 g Spinach
• 200 ml Coconut Milk
• - Baby Tomatoes
• 250g Green Chilli
• - Tomato Ketchup
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• - Cumin Seeds 100g
• - Coriander Powder
• 100 g Salt
• 200 ml Mustard Oil
• 1 kg Water Chestnuts

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse the quinoa under running water and set aside to drain completely.
2. 2. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds; let them sizzle for 30 seconds.
3. 3. Add chopped tomatoes and green chili to the pan, cooking for 3-4 minutes until soft.
4. 4. Stir in turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt, mixing well with the tomato base.
5. 5. Add coconut milk and water to the pan, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.
6. 6. Add the quinoa to the pan, stirring to coat it with the flavorful liquid.
7. 7. Cover the pan and let the quinoa cook on low heat for 15 minutes or until fluffy.
8. 8. While the quinoa cooks, chop the spinach finely and set aside.
9. 9. Once the quinoa is cooked, fold in the chopped spinach and cook for another 3 minutes.
10. 10. Adjust seasoning as needed, ensuring the dish has a balanced taste.
11. 11. Serve the Coconut Spinach Quinoa Delight warm, garnished with fresh coriander leaves if desired.