Moroccan Style Quinoa Recipe

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Moroccan Style Quinoa
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Directions:

  1. Heat the oil, sauté the onion for 2 - 3 minutes, until it's transparent. Add the garlic and spices and cook for a further 1 minute.
  2. Rinse the quinoa thoroughly, using a strainer. Add the quinoa to the pan with the onion and lime zest, stir.
  3. Measure the water and lime juice in a jug to make 2 cups of liqud.
  4. Add the water to the pan and gently bring it to the boil,continue to stir.Once boiled, cover the pan, reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water has completely absorbed into the quinoa.
  5. Add add the almonds, currants and coriander.
  6. Garnish with lime wedges and serve.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 395.65 Kcal (1657 kJ)
Calories from fat 154.9 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 17.21g 26%
Sodium 15.43mg 1%
Potassium 692.98mg 15%
Total Carbs 49.73g 17%
Sugars 2.01g 8%
Dietary Fiber 7.53g 30%
Protein 13.92g 28%
Vitamin C 28.7mg 48%
Iron 5.8mg 32%
Calcium 131.1mg 13%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 344.77 Kcal (1443 kJ)
Calories from fat 134.98 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 15g 26%
Sodium 13.44mg 1%
Potassium 603.86mg 15%
Total Carbs 43.33g 17%
Sugars 1.75g 8%
Dietary Fiber 6.56g 30%
Protein 12.13g 28%
Vitamin C 25mg 48%
Iron 5.1mg 32%
Calcium 114.2mg 13%

* 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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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 8.5
    Points
  • 10
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • very low sodium,
  • cholesterol free,
  • high fiber

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