This might not be the most expected group of ingredients to toss together, but you'll be surprised by the incredible flavor and richness that the coconut brings to freshly-chopped apples, the nutty quinoa and the hearty green peas.
Prep Time:10 |
Cook Time:15 |
Ready In:25 |
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup(s) almonds (chopped)
- 2 teaspoon(s) extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup(s) onion (chopped)
- 2 tablespoon(s) ginger (fresh, minced)
- 1 cup(s) quinoa
- 1 1/2 cup(s) beet-carrot or carrot juice
- 1 cup(s) frozen peas
- 1 medium apple (diced)
- 1/3 cup(s) unsweetened coconut (shredded)
Instructions:
1. Toast almonds in saucepan over medium heat 3 to 5 minutes, or until fragrant and beginning to brown, stirring often. Cool.
2. Wipe out saucepan; add oil and onion. Sauté onion 2 to 3 minutes, or until translucent, stirring occasionally.
3. Stir in ginger, quinoa, and juice, and season with salt and pepper, if desired. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed.
4. Remove from heat, and scatter peas over cooked quinoa. Cover, and let stand 10 minutes, until peas are thawed.
5. Stir apple, coconut, and almonds into salad. Serve warm or at room temperature.
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