Showing posts with label quinoa. Show all posts
Showing posts with label quinoa. Show all posts

Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Crazy Cauliflower and Curry Coconut Quinoa

Well, if the name of this recipe isn't a enough, you will get plenty of healthy benefits by eating this quick veggie dish.


high protein vegetarian meal


Cauliflower: a cruciferous vegetable high in estrogen lowering phytonutrients. Should be lightly steamed or stir-fried preferably in coconut oil


Spices: add a depth of flavor while being natural anti-inflammatory agents


Cumin - helps enhance immunity, increase metabolism, prevent digestive disorders
Coriander - helps control blood sugar and cholesterol levels
Garam Masala - a mixture of cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, cumin, black peppercorns
Chili Powder - a blend of peppers containing Capsicum which gives it heat
Tumeric - contains Curcumin which gives it a bright yellow color


Coconut: high in medium-chain fatty acids, provides energy and fuel for the brain


Quinoa: a seed high in protein usually eaten as a grain replacement

garnish with raisins and green onions


Crazy Cauliflower and Curry Coconut Quinoa


Cauliflower:
1 head organic cauliflower, chopped
2 tablespoons organic coconut oil
2 green onions, chopped
1 teaspoon each or to taste
      - cumin, coriander, gram masala, chili powder, turmeric
Salt to taste

Stir-fry cauliflower in melted coconut oil until tender
Add in green onion last couple of minutes

Quinoa:
1 cup organic quinoa
2 cups organic canned coconut milk
1 teaspoon yellow curry powder
salt to taste

Bring water and quinoa to a boil.
Simmer 20 minutes until water is absorbed & seeds sprout a tail

Quinoa can be soaked, sprouted and eaten raw for even more healthy goodness.

Garnish with raisins and green onions for an added touch.