Orange Flavored Quinoa

Elevate your mealtime with this vibrant and nutritious Orange Flavored Quinoa recipe, a perfect blend of zesty citrus and wholesome grains. This dish features fluffy quinoa infused with the tangy sweetness of freshly squeezed orange juice and fragrant orange zest, balanced with a touch of honey or maple syrup for a vegan alternative. Toasted sliced almonds add delightful crunch, while fresh parsley gives it a refreshing burst of flavor. The light, citrusy dressing, made with olive oil, salt, and pepper, ties everything together for a dish that’s equally delicious served warm, chilled, or at room temperature. Ready in just 30 minutes, this gluten-free, vegetarian recipe makes a versatile side dish or a satisfying light meal. Perfect for dinner parties, meal prep, or a quick weeknight dinner, this Orange Flavored Quinoa is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 0.5 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons sliced almonds (toasted)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer to remove any bitterness.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa has absorbed all the water and the grains are tender.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the quinoa sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Then fluff it with a fork.

Step 5

While the quinoa is cooking, prepare the orange dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Transfer the cooked quinoa to a large mixing bowl and drizzle the orange dressing over it. Stir gently to combine, ensuring the quinoa is evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 7

Fold in the chopped parsley and toasted sliced almonds for added freshness and crunch.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled as desired. Enjoy your Orange Flavored Quinoa as a side dish or a light meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	846.8 grams (846.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	905

Total Fat 33.80g	43%
Saturated Fat 2.70g	14%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1797mg	78%
Total Carbohydrate 124.90g	45%
Dietary Fiber 2.60g	9%
Total Sugars 27.90g
Protein 28.00g	56%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 123mg	9%
Iron 6mg	36%
Potassium 563mg	12%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.2%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 54.6%