Quinoa Coconut Bowl
A comforting and uncomplicated dish made with quinoa and coconut milk, demonstrating that tasty food doesn’t need extravagant ingredients.
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
Course: No recipe found
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Keyword: Coconut, Easy Recipe, healthy, quick meal, quinoa
Servings: 2 bowls
Calories: 350kcal
Medium pot
Large skillet
Fork
For the Base
- 1 cup quinoa rinsed
- 2 cups coconut milk
For the Veggies
- 1 cup bell peppers chopped
- 2 cups spinach fresh
- 2 cloves garlic minced
For the Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
Optional Toppings
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro for garnish
- 2 wedge lime for serving
How to Make a Quinoa Coconut Bowl
Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water to remove its natural bitterness. Combine it with 2 cups of water or broth in a medium pot.
Cook the quinoa over medium heat, bringing it to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat and cover, allowing it to simmer for about 15 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed.
Sauté the garlic in a bit of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the bell peppers to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they soften.
Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
Mix in the cooked quinoa, coconut milk, salt, pepper, and curry powder. Stir until heated through, allowing the flavors to meld for about 3-4 minutes.
Serve the quinoa coconut bowl warm, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
Optional: Pair with toasted nuts for added crunch and texture.
Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2700IU | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg