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Quinoa stir fry

March 18, 2017 annabanana 8 Comments

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Quinoa stir fry with toasted cashew nuts and vegetables, plus delicious lime and garlic dressing! Ideal super- clean lunch or dinner!Β 

Quinoa stir fry with vegetables and cashew nuts and lime and garlic dressing | via @annabanana.co

Hey friends!

Well, it’s official. With Spring equinox out of the way, from now on, days are longer than nights! If that’s not a good reason to celebrate, then I don’t know what is!Β 

And just look at these beautiful colours of this quinoa stir fry I’ve got for you today! Inspired by the recipe from Super clean super foods, it couldn’t be easier and more delicious. If you’ve never had a chance to try quinoa stir fry, this is your moment my friend!

Quinoa stir fry with vegetables and cashew nuts and lime and garlic dressing | via @annabanana.co

Also, this quinoa stir fry is served with lime and garlic sauce with ginger. And that dear friend, creates an incredible explosion of flavours in your mouth! Made with only 6 ingredients, it takes seconds to prepare, and goes sooo well with many dishes! So it is definitely the one to memorize and go back to again and again!

Quinoa stir fry with vegetables and cashew nuts and lime and garlic dressing | via @annabanana.co

Because it’s getting warmer outside, we all are naturally craving lighter, more vibrant foods. And this quinoa stir fry is just packed with everything your body is craving at this time of the year after a long winter!

Quinoa stir fry with vegetables and cashew nuts and lime and garlic dressing | via @annabanana.co

As you may know, quinoa itself is one of the super- grains. It is also widely known as a mother of all grains. And it’s not a secret that it’s packed with protein, fiber, several B vitamins and minerals. So no wonder sales of this ancient grains have tripled in the last 5 years!

So if you are not a quinoa converter yet, trust me, after this stir fry you will definitely become one! It is a fantastic addition to salads, soups and errrrrm… stir fries! Also, I have recently discovered that it makes fabulous desserts, but that’s a story for another time!

Until then, have a great weekend!

xo A.

Quinoa stir fry with vegetables and cashew nuts and lime and garlic dressing | via @annabanana.co

5 from 2 votes
Super clean quinoa stir fry with cashews and vegetables, great for lunch or dinner! | via @annabanana.co
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Quinoa Stir Fry
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
 

Super clean recipe for quinoa stir fry with vegetables and cashews, served with lime and garlic dressing. Perfect for a lunch or dinner!

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vegan
Servings: 4 people
: 280 kcal
Author: Anna
Ingredients
  • 100 g quinoa
  • 1 tsp vegetable stock powder (or 1 cube of vegetable stock)
  • 10 g cashew nuts
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • 2 medium carrots (peeled and cut into long, thin slices)
  • 1/2 small white or red onion (finely sliced)
  • 100 g red cabbage (finely chopped)
  • 100 g savoy cabbage (roughly shredded)
  • 1 small handful pomegranate seeds (optional)
  • 1 mild red chilli (finely chopped)
For the sauce:
  • 3 cm piece of ginger (peeled and finely grated)
  • 1 large clove of garlic (crushed)
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
  1. Rinse your quinoa well. Place the quinoa in a saucepan with vegetable stock and add 200 ml cold water. Bring to the boil and reduce the heat to low, simmer and cook, covered for 15 minutes until all the liquid has been absorbed and the grains develop a 'ring' around them.

  2. Turn the cooked quinoa into a plate and fork through it to separate the grains, allow it to cool.

  3. Heat a wok over a medium heat and dry fry the cashews for 2-3 minutes until they turn golden brown. Remove from the pan and chop the roughly. Set aside.

  4. Heat the coconut oil in a wok over a high heat, add the carrots and stir- fry for a minute. Add onion and cook for another minute. Finally, add the savoy and red cabbage, chilli, and cook for one more minute.

To make the sauce:
  1. Whisk all the ingredients together in a small bowl until combined. Add the sauce to the pan with vegetables, mix well, then add the cooled quinoa. Turn them through well and cook for a final 1- 2 minutes until the quinoa is heated through. Scatter the cashews over the top and finish off with some pomegranate seeds (if using). Serve immediately.

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Super clean quinoa and vegetable stir fry with cashews and ginger and lime sauce. Perfect for lunch or dinner! | via @annabanana.co
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  1. Sarah | Well and Full

    March 20, 2017 at 2:37 am

    Wow these photos are absolutely gorgeous, Anna! I’m seriously impressed with your photography skills πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • annabanana

      March 20, 2017 at 8:52 am

      Thanks so so so much Sarah!
      Your lovely comment made my day!
      Sometimes, I swear I spend more time deciding which photos to use on the blog, than shooting the photos themselves πŸ˜‰
      So so so happy to hear that you like my pictures!
      Big hug!

      Reply
  2. Stacey | Goodness is Gorgeous

    March 21, 2017 at 5:46 pm

    Stir fries are my favourite, I’ve been loving quinoa and cashews lately so this sounds perfect Anna!

    Reply
    • annabanana

      March 22, 2017 at 7:11 pm

      Hey Stacey! Yay!!! Glad to hear that and happy you like it! Quinoa is soooo good in anything, and actually, same for cashews! πŸ™‚ big hug!

      Reply
  3. Stephanie

    March 21, 2017 at 6:09 pm


    Whoa! This is soooo good Anna! I’ve tried this yesterday for lunch as I wanted something lighter and healthier, and it was just what I needed!!! That dressing tastes incredible! Just like you’ve said, it’s the explosion of the flavour! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • annabanana

      March 22, 2017 at 7:14 pm

      Aww Steph! You’re the best!!! This made me sooo happy! You have no idea how pleased I am to hear you’ve tried it and like it! Sending you virtual hug!

      Reply
  4. Jo

    April 26, 2017 at 9:18 am


    I’ve made this the other day and OMG, it tasted absolutely delicious Anna! Also, I absolutely love all of your recent pictures, your photography skills are improving with every single post! Great job Anna!

    Reply
    • annabanana

      April 26, 2017 at 7:55 pm

      Ahhh Jo! You’re the best! Thanks so much for this comment, made my day! And couldn’t be happier to hear that you are trying and enjoying the recipes πŸ™‚ xxx

      Reply

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