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Curried Quinoa with Pine Nuts and Raisins

(recipe, Marissa Lippert)

Ingredients

1. 1 cup dry quinoa, rinsed
2. 2 cups water
3. 2 tsp. curry powder (add more for stronger flavor)
4. 1 tsp. salt
5. 1 Tblsp. extra-virgin olive oil
6. ½ cup onion, diced
7. ½ cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
8. ½ cup raisins
9. ⅓ cup pinenuts, lightly toasted in dry pan
10. 1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed (optional)

Steps

1. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa, curry powder, salt, and water; bring to a boil and reduce heat to a simmer.
2. Cook thoroughly until water is absorbed, about 10-15 minutes until quinoa is lightly and fluffy.
3. While quinoa is simmering, heat olive oil in a large frying pan and sauté onions for 1 minute. Add chicken broth and raisins and simmer for 3-4 minutes. Add cooked quinoa, toasted pinenuts, and chickpeas if desired. Mix thoroughly and serve.