Moroccan Quinoa

Are you ready to throw a dance party for your mouth? One full of tender morsels, and exotic spices? Look no further than this flavor-filled side dish. A cinch to throw together, and has fast become a favorite at our table for both casual meals and more formal affairs. As the creator of this recipe suggests, I've found that it is best made a day ahead so that the flavors have a chance to blend. If you're looking for a simple meal-in-one, just add some chopped up cooked chicken to the mix.- Original recipe can be found HERE at EmmaEats.

 

Moroccan Quinoa

 

1 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup uncooked quinoa
1 cup roughly chopped dried apricots
1 cup pitted and chopped dates
6 T extra-virgin olive oil
1 T Moroccan seasoning mix (see below)
juice of 1 lime

Cook quinoa in broth as directed on package until fully done. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl, and toss until well mixed. Delicious served warm or cold and even better the next day! Stores and reheats easily.

*I like to make this with a lime-infused olive oil in place of the evoo (with the lime juice omitted).

 

Moroccan Seasoning Mix

 

5 tsp ground nutmeg
5 tsp ground cumin
5 tsp ground coriander
2 1/2 tsp allspice
2 1/2 tsp ground ginger
1 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
Mix all spices together, and store in a cool dry place for up to 6 months.