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5-Ingredient Coconut Curry Quinoa Recipe

4.4 from 122 reviews

This simple and flavorful 5-Ingredient Coconut Curry Quinoa is a perfect quick meal or side dish. Combining creamy coconut milk with warming curry spices, it offers a deliciously fluffy and aromatic quinoa dish that pairs beautifully with a variety of proteins or vegetables. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is a nutritious and easy way to elevate your weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup white quinoa
  • 2 cups coconut milk (full fat or lite)
  • 2 teaspoons tamari or soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a small saucepan, add the quinoa, coconut milk, tamari or soy sauce, curry powder, and cumin. Stir the mixture well to combine all ingredients evenly.
  2. Bring to Boil and Simmer: Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let it simmer gently for 15 minutes. During this time, the coconut milk will be absorbed, and the quinoa will cook until fluffy.
  3. Rest the Quinoa: After simmering, turn off the heat and keep the saucepan covered. Allow the quinoa to sit undisturbed for an additional 5 minutes to absorb any remaining moisture and fully fluff up.
  4. Fluff and Serve: Remove the lid and use a fork to fluff the quinoa gently. Serve warm alongside your favorite dish or as a nutritious stand-alone meal.

Notes

  • You can use either full-fat or lite coconut milk depending on your preference for richness and calorie content.
  • Adjust the curry powder amount to your taste for more or less spice.
  • For a gluten-free option, ensure the tamari or soy sauce is labeled gluten-free.
  • This quinoa dish pairs well with grilled vegetables, tofu, or chicken.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated gently.

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