Quinoa Lime Biryani

Biryani is a popular Indian rice dish that is often made with meat, but this vegetarian and gluten-free version uses quinoa as a nutritious alternative.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 17.

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Quinoa Lime Biryani

Cooking Method: Boiling, Sautéing Cuisine: Indian Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1280

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Quinoa
• 2 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 inch Ginger
• 2 piece Green chili
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 2 tablespoon Lime juice
• 2 tablespoon Cashews
• 2 tablespoon Raisins
• 2 tablespoon Fresh coriander leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoon Oil
• 1 cup Water

Instructions

1. Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is cooked.
2. In a separate pan, heat oil and sauté onion, garlic, ginger, and green chili until golden brown.
3. Add turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and garam masala to the pan. Stir well.
4. Add cooked quinoa, lime juice, cashews, raisins, fresh coriander leaves, and salt. Mix everything together.
5. Cover the pan and let it rest for 5 minutes.
6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 2g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.