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Denise’s Breakfast Quinoa




Source of Recipe


Denise


Recipe Introduction


I have eaten leftovers for lunch and dinner too. It is delicious anytime!


List of Ingredients




2 cups quinoa
4 cups water
2 vegetarian bouillon cubes
1 tablespoon olive oil or vegan margarine (omit if using walnuts)
1 to 2 teaspoons garam masala*
1/2 to 3/4 cup dried fruit pieces
1/2 to 3/4 cup chopped or slivered nuts (walnuts are my favorite)
1 teaspoon onion powder or a small chopped onion (optional)
1 teaspoon garlic powder or 1-2 minced garlic cloves (optional)
Salt to taste (optional)

Recipe



1. Put the quinoa in a fine mesh sieve and wash the quinoa under cool
to tepid running water. (This is necessary to remove the bitter
sapon that usually coats the raw grain.)
2. In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water and the bouillon cubes to a
boil. When the bouillon has completely dissolved, add the other
seasonings and the oil, then stir to mix.
3. Add the quinoa, dried fruit, and nuts and bring back to the boil,
then lower the heat so the pot just simmers. Cook for 10 to 15
minutes. Fluff and serve. If adding veggies, add them at the
appropriate time so that they don’t over- or undercook.
4. Salt to taste, if desired.



* Garam masala is an Indian spice mix, that can vary from cook to cook
and brand to brand. The brand I’ve been using is McCormick which
includes the spices coriander, black pepper, cumin, cardamom, and
cinnamon. It is wonderfully fragrant and flavorful!

** Sometimes I add a veggie (or two or more) that I have on hand and
sounds good to me- broccoli, cauliflower, kale, peas, corn, squash, etc.
- large veggies chopped.)


Makes 4 to 6 servings
(can be halved)