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Quinoa with Carrots and Raisins

By: jenw

"A sweet and spicy quinoa dish that's perfect for fall. Works well as either a main or side dish."

Rate/Review | Read Reviews (19)

Prep Time:
10 Min

Cook Time:
25 Min

Ready In:
40 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings

Ingredients

1/4 cup olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
2 carrots, grated
1 1/4 cups raisins
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
1 1/2 cups quinoa
3/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 1/2 cups orange juice
1 1/2 cups water
1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir onion, carrots, raisins, and pumpkin pie spice until onion becomes golden, about 5 minutes. Stir in quinoa and cilantro and allow to toast for a few minutes. Pour orange juice and water in and stir well, bringing to a boil. Reduce heat cook until all the liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes, then add walnuts. Fluff with a fork and serve.