5-ingredient Lemon Turmeric Quinoa
Lemon Turmeric Quinoa made with just 5 INGREDIENTS! So simple and the perfect way to spice up your next Indian or Middle Eastern feast!
Servings: 4
Calories: 181kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked quinoa from 1 cup uncooked
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- Juice and zest of 1/2 a lemon about 1 tablespoon juice, 1 teaspoon zest
- 1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric powder
- 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
- optional add-ins: chopped green onions thai basil, ground black pepper, cashews, etc.
Instructions
- Cook quinoa until light and fluffy, about 10 - 15 minutes. (I use this method)
- Allow the quinoa to cool until it's warm to the touch, then stir in the remaining ingredients. Taste and adjust salt as needed.
- If using, stir in add-ins and serve with your favorite dish!*
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Notes
* this recipe goes best with Indian, Middle Eastern, African or Thai cuisine
Nutrition
Calories: 181kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 155mg | Potassium: 276mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 7.2mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 2.5mg