Hazelnut and dried cherry quinoa

Looking for a high-protein vegan dinner recipe? Sink your fork into this quinoa recipe, showcasing crunchy hazelnuts and chewy dried cherries. This vegan meal in one can also be served as a tasty vegan holiday side dish.

Hazelnut and Dried Cherry Quinoa

Serves 4

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons olive oil

1/2 cup minced red onion

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger

1 cup ivory or red quinoa

2 cups vegetable broth or water

1/3 cup dried cherries

Grated zest and juice of 1 lemon

1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1/2 cup coarsely chopped hazelnuts

Directions:

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
Add garlic and ginger and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir quinoa into ingredients to combine.
Add broth or water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.
Transfer quinoa to a large bowl and add cherries, lemon zest and juice, and parsley. Stir to combine and season with salt and pepper.
Serve garnished with hazelnuts.