Baked Thai Herb Quinoa

Baked Thai Herb Quinoa is a fragrant and nutritious dish that combines the nuttiness of quinoa with vibrant Thai herbs and spices. This simple yet delightful recipe offers a perfect balance of flavors, making it a satisfying vegetarian meal.

Ingredients

• quinoa - 150 grams
• coconut milk - 200 ml
• water - 200 ml
• fresh coriander - 30 grams, chopped
• fresh mint - 15 grams, chopped
• green onions - 3, sliced
• garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• salt - to taste
• black pepper - to taste
• sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• cashews - 50 grams, roughly chopped

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Rinse the quinoa under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain.
3. In a medium pot, combine the rinsed quinoa, coconut milk, water, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, and red chili flakes. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.
5. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Then fluff with a fork.
6. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa with chopped coriander, mint, green onions, lime juice, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
7. Transfer the quinoa mixture to a baking dish and spread it evenly. Top with chopped cashews.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until heated through and slightly golden on top.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 44 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber, promoting satiety and digestive health.
• Rich in antioxidants and essential vitamins from fresh herbs.

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