Afternoon forecast: too many decisions up in the air. I stayed up to an ungodly hour last night trying to plan out what I need for my new [rent] house and where to put everything. I don’t know why I didn’t drag my blinky-eyed self to bed earlier, as my subconscious sorted some things out while I was asleep. Isn’t that how it always goes?
So today, in addition to sucking down two mugs of strong coffee and stumbling across a promising oatmeal cookie recipe, I’ve made some executive decisions. I’m feeling good about my pendant lamp choice for the dining area and can’t wait to hang this big print on the living room wall.
I’ve also been searching Craigslist for a used washer/dryer set (is buying used a bad idea?). Speaking of Craigslist, I feel compelled to tell you about an app I found called Craigslist Pro. For two bucks, you can save searches and get notified when there are new results! Major time saver.
Maybe I should publish a post about all of my favorite tech tools soon. Would that be helpful? I could also post some before and after pics of my new space. Any takers?
I’m sorry, my mind is all over the place. Please be patient with me over the next couple of weeks. I’ll be going nuts trying to pack and unpack and get organized in my new place. At least I have lots of quinoa leftovers for sustenance. This dish is a new favorite. Although it definitely doesn’t qualify as authentic Indian food, the Indian flavors of turmeric, curry powder and coconut milk complement quinoa nicely. Dinner’s ready!
PrintCurried Coconut Quinoa and Greens with Roasted Cauliflower
- Author:
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Main
- Cuisine: Indian
Quinoa cooked in coconut milk with spicy Indian flavors, mixed with greens and topped with roasted cauliflower. A simple, vegan and gluten-free meal.
Ingredients
Roasted Cauliflower
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Sea salt
Curried coconut quinoa with greens
- 2 teaspoons melted coconut oil or olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- ½ teaspoon curry powder of choice (optional)
- ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 can (14 ounces) light coconut milk
- ½ cup water
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed well in a fine mesh colander
- ⅓ cup raisins
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 4 cups baby arugula or chopped chard, spinach, maybe even kale*
- Optional garnishes: 2 green onions, chopped, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Roast the cauliflower: Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Toss the cauliflower florets with coconut oil, cayenne pepper and a light sprinkle of sea salt. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes on the middle rack, turning halfway, until the cauliflower is tender and golden on the edges.
- Cook the quinoa: In a large pot with a lid, warm the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until it is turning translucent, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Add the ginger, turmeric, curry powder and cardamom and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Pour in the coconut milk, water, rinsed quinoa and raisins. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 15 minutes, then remove the pot from the heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the quinoa with a fork. Stir in the salt, vinegar and greens (if you intend to eat this dish as leftovers, I recommend storing leafy greens separate from the quinoa, as the greens don’t reheat well). Divide the quinoa into bowls and top with roasted cauliflower. Garnish with green onions and red pepper flakes if you’d like.
Notes
- Loosely inspired by the sweet potato wrap at The Mixx in Kansas City, which also inspired this quick roasted Brussels sprouts dish. If you like curried cauliflower with coconut, try this soup.
- *Greens: I’m pretty sure chopped spinach or chard would work great in this recipe. If you’d like to try kale, remove the ribs first. To soften the chopped kale, you might want to sauté it in a little coconut oil or massage it first, like you would for a raw kale salad.
- For added protein, mix in some cooked chickpeas or pre-steamed lentils. For what it’s worth, though, I find this dish to be very filling as is.
dixya
yum..this bowl looks so flavorful and nutritious.
Kara Modica
Delicious dish! I have always used water to cook quinoa, never anything else, so I enjoyed exploring new territory with the coconut milk. I probably would have scrapped the water altogether for a thicker consistency (this seems to be a common issue whenever I cook quinoa- the 1:2 recommended ratio is a bit off) but otherwise I absolutely loved it! Thanks Kate!
Kate
Awesome, glad you enjoyed it, Kara!
jennifer
I loved this dish I have also just used water to cook my quinoa, the addition of coconut milk was a refreshing change. I too find the ratio of 1:2 a bit off. I did not use the water listed and still felt it was slightly too wet. I think next time I will use closer to 1 1/4 cups of quinoa to the listed amount of coconut milk. I tend to use more of a 1:1 ratio.. The roasted cauliflower was delish!! keep the recipes coming !!
Susan
I prefer quinoa to be a bit on the drier side and less mushy, since I tend to dress it with a vinaigrette or something. So, here’s how I do it:
ratio quinoa to liquid: 1:1-1/4 cup
rinse quinoa in a strainer, combine in a saucepan with liquid. Bring to a boil, lower heat all the way to low, cover. Cook 20 min, turn off heat. Leave to rest 5 min. Fluff with fork. Perfect every time!
Abby@TheFrostedVegan
Yes to pictures of the new place and yes to tech tools! When Erin at Naturally Ella posted her favorite tools it introduced me to so many great things. Good luck on packing and moving, it will be worth it!
kary osmond
I love roasted cauliflower – great recipe!
Margarita
hang in there… just keep packing and unpacking… soon, you will be all settled in and every stress in the present will just be a memory. good luck with the move!
i love this recipe… if the snow wasn’t 5 inches and coming right now, i would be headed off the the grocery store to grab some cauliflower.
Danae @ reciperunner
I love everything about this dish! Cauliflower, curry, quinoa, delicious!!
Ally @OurFourForks
Amazing colors! I would love a post about tech tools. And I saw that oatmeal cookie recipe too – Melissa Clark never fails.
Medeja
Looks so flavorful with all the spices and roasted cauliflower looks like great addition too.
Brita
Kathryne! Yes, please post a few pics of the before / after of your new space. I daydream often about having a place sans roommates, one entirely my own to arrange and decorate. Yours sounds fabulous and it would be a treat to see once you are settled and have the time to document :)
Angela@eatspinrunrpt
I definitely want to see before and after pics of your place! And this bowl sounds amazing. The polar vortex seems to have returned this week and the thought of warm curry spices is mighty appealing right now!
Helen @ Scrummy Lane
I have to ask … does Cookie have a piece of cauliflower in his mouth?!
I think I must be a closet vegetarian because dishes like this always seem to attract me the most when I’m reading blog posts. Must try roasted cauliflower – seems to be so popular at the moment.
Kate
Yep, she stole a piece of cauliflower from the table. Typical!
Liz
Thank you for info. and nice recipe. Slow yourself down a little, Kate. Don’t want you getting sick. Cookie is a beautiful dog. I have one too. Her name is Maggie Mae and she’s a miniature border collie. She’s beautiful and so smart. Black and White. Have a good evening and take a break.
Kate
Thank you, Liz. Don’t worry, I’ve been getting my usual 8 hours every night since! Maggie Mae and Cookie would make quite a pair!
Joanne
Moving is the worst and definitely puts some serious mayhem into your brain. But it will all work out! Pinky swear.
I love curry flavors no matter where I find them, authentic, inauthentic…who cares so long as it tastes good!
Brian
We’re gearing up for a big move ourselves… so I hear ya regarding the stress. Love that print though. It’s going to look awesome.
Speaking of awesome… hello beautiful quinoa bowl! Such a sucker for all these ingredients!
Laura (Tutti Dolci)
I definitely want to see pics of your new space! Roasted cauliflower is a new favorite of mine, so I’m loving these bowls, especially with curry and coconut!
Amanda
Made this as soon as I saw it with some salvageable cauliflower and it was amazing!!! Thank you for such a flavoursome and nourishing dish! Yum yum, will try many more of your recipes!
Kate
Amanda, I’m delighted to hear that you enjoyed the dish! Thank you for commenting to let me know!
Marie @ Little Kitch
So beautiful!
Merri Live Local Gre
I feel your pain- just moved house too! Makes you realise how much junk you own! Good luck with the move and thanks for the recipe-looks fab, I love roasted cauliflower!
ami@naivecookcooks
Wow It’s looks so delicious and the pic with steaming hot quinoa makes my mouth water!
Sophie
Yes! This is JUST what I need to make myself for dinner one night while my husband is at work and then pack the leftovers to the office for lunch. Sounds so delicious! Love the healthful fuels of quinoa and veg.
YES to before and afters of your new place, by the way! I am handicapped at making things look pretty, most especially our living spaces, and I love looking at what others pull off with such easy and creativity! Good luck! Moving is stressful….. quinoa is needed, most certainly.
Kate
Hope you love this recipe, Sophie! I’m very visual and tend to get pretty obsessive about how my place looks… hopefully that will show in the final pictures!
Lisa @Garlic+Zest
I can’t believe you didn’t get that dress! I showed it to my daughter (who’s Senior Prom is coming up) and she thought it was a cool concept to rent a beautiful dress! I’m sure you found something equally as lovely.
Kate
I was so bummed that I didn’t get to wear that dress! I’ll just have to find another fancy occasion so I can rent it later.
Sini
Congrats, Kate!! Moving is both stressing and rewarding (at least in the end). Exciting times. Would totally love to see some before/after pics!
I don’t know if it’s the cold weather but I’ve had a huge curry craving lately. I also love cauliflower (especially roasted) so this recipe is definitely a winner!
Stay strong (and eat cookies),
Sini
Kate
Thank you, Sini! Perhaps you will be glad to hear that I had a cookie for breakfast this morning. :)
Amanda
Congrats on the new place. I love your blog! Your pictures are pretty, your recipes are crazy delicious & your writing is awesome! I would definitely be interested in hearing ab tech tools you use & seeing before/after pics!
Kate
Thank you so much, Amanda! I will try to post those things soon!
afracooking
I have tried making roasted cauli only once – and failed. It is the only dish I have ever made with cauli that did not wow me (what a versatile vegetable – my favourite). But your dish is inspiring me to try again!
Kate
Really?! I only love cauliflower if it’s roasted. I hope you’ll give it another chance.
Kira HealthAbleSoul
I love quinoa! The only way I discovered it was the big hype but it is such a great ancient grain + the coconut would make it delish! Cauliflower is always a nice topper!
Allison
I know you are a vegetarian but I can’t help to think how good this would be with shrimp on top!! I might try that out!! Looks delicious. Thanks for sharing all of these amazing recipes. I cook from you blog every week!
Kate
Allison, thank you! I’m so happy to hear that you enjoy my recipes! I won’t judge if you put shrimp on top. ;)
Olivia
This was fantastic! I used purple kale which I sautéed in olive oil. I have never used coconut milk before but it added a delicious flavor dimension to the quinoa. I usually don’t like cauliflower but roasting it makes all the difference. I will definitely make this again. Your food photography is outstanding.
Kate
Olivia, I’m so glad you enjoyed the coconut milk and roasted cauliflower in this recipe. I’m a big fan of both of those ingredients! I’m glad you found my blog. Thank you for commenting.
Jackie!
Just made this – SO tasty and delicious~ It’s perfect comfort food for the crazy polar vortex days ahead. I also can’t wait to taste it chilled as leftovers tomorrow. I am SO glad I found your blog!
Kate
Thanks, Jackie! I’m delighted that you’re enjoying my recipes.
Sara
This was great! Super easy and so tasty! I brought it to work so I didn’t mix in the arugula when I made it at home. I microwaved the cauli & quinoa at work and then while eating, mixed in raw arugula! Not exactly the same, but almost. Love your recipes. Thank you!
Kate
Hi again! Great idea, mixing in the greens when you’re ready to serve. My reheated greens didn’t taste so good. I’ll add that as a suggestion in my recipe notes.
Sammie
Just made this for lunch – holy yum! I tweaked a bit and added in some canned tomatoes I needed to use up and couldn’t resist adding some lentils with cilantro and lime at the end. Thanks for the delicious inspiration! Excited for my leftover lunch tomorrow = )
Kate
Thanks for commenting, Sammie! I’m so glad you enjoyed the quinoa dish. Tomato pairs so nicely with curry. Your version sounds great!
Cloud Thyme
Yum! I am always looking for creative ways to use cauliflower and coconut is one of my best friends…can’t wait to try this!!
Emily
Yummy! Thank you!!!
cindy
Made this for dinner tonight–rainbow chard for the greens–and YUM! Love the variety of texture and flavor–thanks so much for this one! A lovely, complete meal, and we didn’t miss gluten or dairy a bit.
Kate
Thank you for commenting, Cindy! I’m so glad you enjoyed the quinoa dish.
domestikate
This looks delicious! It’s on my menu plan for this week. Roasted cauliflower is just too good to resist!
Alex Caspero MA,RD (
This looks so delicious! I have been loving cauliflower lately and this looks like the perfect dish to get more of a fix with!
Carol Allen
Hello….made this dish last night and loved it…do admit to adding chicken with curry and tumeric seasoning on the side….delicious!! One question tho…did not see the nutritional values listed for it…do you have them? I log my foods daily and can’t log this unless I break down all the ingredients….
Kate
Hi Carol, I’m so glad you enjoyed the quinoa. I’m sorry, I don’t have the nutritional breakdown. I would also have to use an online calculator to figure it out. I might start adding those details to my recipes soon, but each post takes 12 hours as it is, so we’ll see.
Jane
Made this dish tonight – just the ticket after an ice storm on the East Coast! It was quick and easy and really delicious. First time I have made a C&K recipe!
Kate
Hooray! :)
Tara
Just recently found your blog in a search for vegetarian recipes and whole foods. This was recipe number four from your index and my husband and I loved it. My 3 yr old wasn’t ready to try it even with my strong PR campaign about yellow “sunny” quinoa…so she settled on plain quinoa with raisins. We used chard, found it delicious and will definitely make it again. We are trying your butternut squash chipotle chili tonight…it’s on the stove as I write. Best of luck with your blog!
Kate
Tara, thank you so much for your sweet comment (better late than never, right?). I’m glad you found my blog. Hope you loved that chili!
Sheena
My husband and I cook from your blog almost on a nightly basis so no matter how far out of my comfort zone I always trust it’ll be good! Although the combination of ingredients scared me a bit while making it, we LOVED it! I only had kale on hand so I sauteed it a bit like you said. Perfect! Our 10 lb poodle even gobbled the left over kale. :)
Kate
Cookie eats kale, too! And cauliflower. The other day, she was stealing collard green scraps from the table… I let her do it because it was so cute to watch. Oops.
Lindsey
As a fellow blogger I love trying other of my favorite blogs recipes, and this one was so amazing! My boyfriend was practically licking the bowl, which says a lot. Thank you for sharing such an awesome weekday veg dish keep em coming!
Kate
Glad to hear the recipe gets your stamp of approval, Lindsey! Thank you for commenting. :)
Holmes
My 9 year old is preparing this as I type. :). I’m arm-chairing this…we’re both proud. Curious where the vinegar plays its part?
Kate
Wow, bravo to your 9 year old for cooking quinoa! The vinegar is purely for flavor. I thought it added some nice complexity to the finished dish. I often add small amounts of vinegar, sugar or mustard to recipes for a boost in flavor.
Katie
This was my first time cooking with coconut milk….2 words to describe this recipe: Incredibly delicious! Your recipes never disappoint. I didn’t have cayenne so I seasoned the cauliflower with 1/4 tsp chile powder and 1/4 tsp paprika. I also didin’t have tumeric and cardamom so I just upped the curry powder to a teaspoon.
Kate
Hey Katie, thank you! I’m so glad you’re enjoying the recipes. Your spices sound just right.
Karyn
We just finished this – easy and delicious! Thank you for a great new recipe to add into our regular rotation!
Kate
You’re welcome! :) Thank you, Karyn.
Kelli @ The Corner K
I made this for dinner last night, substituting freekeh for the quinoa, and it was a huge hit all around!! So, so delicious! I cannot wait to dive into the leftovers for lunch!
Kate
That’s awesome! Thanks for commenting.
penny
Yeah – i found a subsitute for the Quinoa in the comments section – will try with Freekeh – thanks!
AmyV
Just wondering if you cooked the quinoa before adding it to the coconut milk. The colon in the instructions make me think no, but just wanted to check before I end up with undercooked quinoa. Thanks
Kate
Hey Amy, no, don’t cook the quinoa before adding it to the coconut milk. They will cook in the coconut milk. I’m sorry you found the instructions confusing.
Allison @ Clean Wellness
There is one piece of cauliflower in one of the pictures that looks “perfect” lol. It’s completely golden brown -I would save that one for myself :) This dish looks amazing! I’m really into cauliflower right now.
Kate
Haha, I remember wanting to pluck that one piece of cauliflower off the pan and eat it while I was taking photos! Cauliflower is the new Brussels sprout, from what I can tell. :)
Audrey
This recipe is amazing! I added lentils, which were delicious. The next time I make this recipe I’m going to roast some raw cashews with the cauliflower too. Thank you for my new favorite recipe!!
Kate
Thank you, Audrey! Lentils sound like a perfect addition (why didn’t I think of that?).
Liz
I made this recipe last night, and I LOVED it! The coconut milk and the spices made the quinoa so delicious. Thanks so much for sharing the recipe.
Kate
Liz, that’s awesome! I’m glad to hear you enjoyed the quinoa. Thanks for commenting!
Ashley
My husband is S. Asian and would be happy if I made curries every night of the week but I have an infant and toddler at home and that just isn’t happening. I made this quinoa tonight, used spinach for greens and because I didn’t have cauliflower I baked some salmon. It was as if I curried the salmon and spinach only I didn’t and this too me no longer than it would to regularly make quinoa. Looking forward to making it again as intended with the cauliflower.
Janelle
Hi Kate
I made this for dinner tonight and it was terrific. My husband was very complementary. Sorry to all the vegans, but I served it with some oven roasted honey mustard chicken thighs. All in all a delicious warming meal for a cold, windy night in Sydney Aus. Thank you for sharing another delicious recipe. Archie, our Jack Russell Terrier sends his regards to Cookie.
Kate
Janelle, thank you! I’m glad the stir fry was a hit. Cookie says hi, Archie! Love his name. :)
Amybeth Hurst
Wow, that sounds fantastic. I roast almost all vegies, including cauliflower. Thank you for sharing this fantastic recipe! Amybeth Hurst, Portland, ME
Amybeth Hurst
Wow, they all look so delicious I don’t know where to start. What great ideas, thank you for sharing. Amybeth Hurst, Portland, ME
Tricia
Delicious and so full of flavor! The coconut milk in the quinoa was divine. My husband, a meat-eater probably said, ‘This is so good!” about a bazillion times as we were eating dinner. He also mentioned how everyone should be a vegetarian for at least a week so they understand what flavors are instead of just throwing salt on meat and calling it a meal. I’ll say this was a big win.
Kate
High five, Tricia! Your comment made me smile. I’m so glad you both enjoyed this dish! Thanks for letting me know!
Kia
This is the second time making the curried quinoa. I liked it so much I’m back at it. The first time I missed that there were raisins in the recipe lol I am transitioning to vegan and this is a great dish. I find myself coming to your site a lot lately. Thanks for the ideas!
Kate
Thanks, Kia! I’m so glad you enjoyed this dish! :)
Marianne
Sounds so good and will be making it very soon. One question: Could you substitute coconut milk you buy in half gallon located in the refrigerated section for the canned coconut milk?
Love your blog.
Kate
Marianne, I’m so sorry I missed your question earlier. Yes, I think that would work just fine!
Brittany
Made this recipe a few nights ago..not only was it delicious the night we made it, but perfect for lunch the next day (I used kale and didn’t have any problems with soggy greens). Considering making it for the 2nd time this week. Thanks!
Kate
Glad you enjoyed the cauliflower quinoa, Brittany!
Megan Evans
Made this tonight and it was absolutely delicious – thank-you!
Kate
Hooray, thanks Megan!
Trisha
Loved the coconut quinoa! I used leftovers the next day in a wrap and it was so good I decided to post the recipe on my blog (and link to your site). Thanks for the inspiration!!!
http://www.steworastory.com/2015/01/spiced-roasted-veggie-wraps-three-ways.html
Kate
Thanks, Trisha! Your wrap ideas are terrific!
Madeline
So delicious! Thanks Kate. When does the cider vinegar get used?
Kate
Thanks, Madeline! You stir in the vinegar after the quinoa is done cooking (step three).
Robin
Is apple cider vinegar okay? Or is there an actual “cider vinegar” only that just wasn’t at Publix?
Kate
Yes, that’s the one! I’m sorry for the confusion. Correcting the recipe now.
michell
This is by far the best tasting quinoa I have ever had. This is my new favorite way to eat quinoa. Thank you for the beautiful photos as well.
Kate
Thanks, Michell!
Diane
Well, this is a first as my husband (who is not a big fan of quinoa) raved about how good this turned out! Thanks so much for your yummy recipes – so healthy too!
Miranda
This looks amazing! One question though; I’m cooking for a vegetarian cauliflower-hater, is there anything in particular that you’d suggest as a substitute? Thanks :)
Kate
Hmmmm! Are you *sure* your cauliflower hater hates roasted cauliflower? It’s really different from raw/steamed cauliflower. I bet this dish would be great with roasted butternut or maybe broccoli.
Nmrodrigz
Soooo good!!!
Niki
gorgeous dish!! Wow, it’s so good – shame my hubby isn’t here to enjoy it with me, lucky for me because I’ll just have to make it again!
Kate
So glad you enjoyed this one, Niki!
Katie
I made this last night and absolutely love it! I don’t care for coconut milk, so I used water to cook the quinoa instead and it turned out really well. It’s really budget friendly too! Thanks so much for all of your great recipes.
Kate
Thank you, Katie! So glad you loved this one!
Amanda
Great recipe! A lot of heat in this from the spices, even without the extra pepper flakes at the end. Seems like to get the ratios right you would need an extra head of cauliflower. I used the kale (gently steamed ahead of time) and I think it works well especially if using as leftovers, because it’s sturdier than arugula. This dish is very filling, will definitely make again!
Kate
Thanks, Amanda. I try to be careful with my spices. I love spicy but I know not everyone does. :) Kale sounds like a great sub.
Robin
Very very yummy! Found myself craving this meal after mine was all gone… Awesome recipe! Love the coconut milk with the quinoa. I’ve always wanted to find a way to spice up quinoa. Excellent.
Kate
Glad you enjoyed it, though!
Casey
This dish is amazing. The quinoa is so flavorful and creamy with the coconut milk and spices… And the arugula and raisins are perfect additions. In love. Think this will be on our menu weekly!
Glad I found your blog.. Thank you!
Kate
Hooray! Thank you, Casey. :)
Never Eat Shredded Wheat
This was such a flavorful, healthy and fast meal – thank you for the recipe. We loved it!
Kate
Happy to hear it! Thank you!
Wendyiswonderful
I am curious – do you think this will freeze well? trying to come up with some make ahead meals so I can be a healthy human, but do not want boring meals, and this looks fan-tas-tic!
Kate
Hey Wendy! Good question. I haven’t tried, but I think it might. If you’re on the look-out for more freezer-friendly meals, check out my freezer burritos, lentil soup and black bean soup!
Nancy McFadden
Kate, I stumbled upon your blog while looking for vegetarian recipes. I am an occasional vegetarian. I really enjoy the style of your blog, chatty, but not too much. It allows the reader to get to know you. Like you I have two kitchen assistants, Riley and Bella. They are Jack Russell terrorists! They are in charge of flood clean up.Anyway, back to the recipe. I made this last night and forgot to photograph the end results. It was amazing. My husband who was raised on “meat and taters” gave it two thumbs up. Roasting the cauliflower gave it a nutty taste and the coconut oil and milk really brought the dish together.We are upper middle age and are watching our diet and trying to reduce the cholesterol laden foods. I have several of your recipes printed and ready to make. Thanks for all of the yummy ideas!
Kate
Nancy, thank you so much for your note! I’m delighted that you found my blog and hope you enjoy those other recipes just as much. Cookie sends her best to Riley and Bella!
Dawn
I found your beautifully presented website and have been working my way through your recipes in an effort to move my family to a vegetarian diet. Your food is amazing – my meat loving husband loves the recipes and asked where I was getting them from (I showed him and now he’s reading the blog too ). My 7 year old son is finally eating a varied diet and said the cauliflower in this recipe was yummy. Now to find a recipe that will convert my 3 year old daughter who only likes food if it’s chocolate or ketchup flavoured )
Kate
Dawn, that is wonderful to hear. Thank you so much for letting me know! I was a super picky little girl myself, so I am confident she’ll come around eventually. :)
Victoria
My husband just apoligised after every mouthful for eating so quickly…it.is.so.delicious.sorry…and licked the bowl clean. There goes my lunch for tomorrow.
Quick, easy, über delicious recipe. This was my first visit to your blog, it won’t be my last. Good work, keep it up!
Kate
Woohoo! Glad it was a hit, and I’m glad you found my blog! Hope you enjoy the other recipes just as much, Victoria.
Lisa
I just made this dish and its amazeballs. I didn’t have raisins so I used a little bit of prunes and it came out perfect. What I like so much about this recipe is the spices used, they’re all great for your system. So glad I came across this yum!
Kate
Thanks, Lisa! Glad you enjoyed it!
Betty Boop
Kate, I am new to the gluten free world and I am loving your recipes. The quinoa with cauliflower is delicious. I’m eating it as I type! I added some avocado, and the whole thing is just wonderful. My “Eat Meating” husband won’t try it though as he hates Curry–Poor guy!
Kate
Thank you! So glad you’re enjoying this one. More curry for you! :)
Jamie
Made this last night; first time cooking with quinoa, and it turned out great! Added in the chickpeas, and didn’t have ground ginger so subbed in mixed spice.
Will be making again, for sure; regularly, most likely. Thank you for sharing the recipe!
Kate
Thanks, Jamie! I’m so glad you enjoyed this one.
Elizabeth
So I’m late to the party, but… what a great and forgiving recipe. I made so many substitutions I won’t even start, but I really believe you can use this recipe as inspiration, use what you have on hand and end up with a delicious meal. I look forward to making it as written, too;)
Kate
Thank you, Elizabeth! Glad your version turned out great.
Tiffany
My husband and I are new vegans and were so excited to have found your site. We were able to find many recipes and they are sooo full of flavor and spice. I love the pics…recommendations and stories!
Kate
Hi Tiffany! I’m so glad you found my site. Thanks for saying hello! Hope you enjoy the recipes!
Julia
Okay so let me start out with that this recipe is AMAZING! Like probably my favorite recipe ever. I’m talking the best thing I have ever made from an online page. It was amazing.
I used craisins instead or raisins, which was delicious, and I ended up not having the spice that starts with a T, but this was fabulous none the less.
Thank you for this fabulous recipe. Made my night, definitely will be making it again!
Kate
Hip hip hooray! That’s quite a compliment. Thank you, Julia. :)
Stephanie
i added a dollop of beetroot/tahini dip, petit pois and chopped gherkins to add some earthiness and acidity to the dish. a delicious meal and very filling! I did however add some roast potatoes too for my big-apetited husband ;) Will instagram the result thank you kate! (Im vegan, so enjoyed finding a vegan dish on your site)
Carolyn Klinger
Couldn’t have been more delicious!
Kate
Thank you, Carolyn!
Carrie
Kind of bland.Not very flavourful. Needs something or more of something. Not sure which.
Kate
Salt?
Julie
Would black quinoa work well in this recipe, or is it too “chewy”?
Niccole
This was my first intentional attempt at vegan cuisine. It was outstanding!!! Thank you for sharing; I know I will make it again!
Kelsey
We loved it! Great recipe!
Michelle
It was so great! I had to say, I had my reservations… but it was fantastic! The only change i made was using bok choy and baby kale for the greens, since that’s what I had on hand. Loved it! I’ll definitely make this again, thanks for the recipe :)
Nancymom
I made this for my vegan daughter. It was so good, I had to find it again to remake it–although I’ll probably add chicken to it this time ;). Thanks for a great recipe!
Lori
This is one of the most delicious things I have ever cooked! I switch up the veggies depending on what I have on hand. I am new to vegan cooking, and your recipes are making it so easy and so tasty!
K
I made this recipe and found it delicious. I didn’t use cardamon, nor raisins (my daughter does’t like) and it was still delicious. The quantity was too small for a family and next time I make it I would double it.
I would also decrease the amount of liquid, to a 1:1 ratio because I like the quinoa a bit more firm and this one is a bit mushy to my taste, but overall – excellent recipe.
sheri
Quick question!
Kate, I love this recipe…am planning to make it for a large group this time around. Question: can the whole dish be left to simmer for a while (like a couple of hours), or will the quinoa over cook – ie, would it be better to add the quinoa just before serving? Thanks!
Sapir
Made it today and it is so delicious !!!
Michele
Absolutely delicious! Loved it! The green onions and red pepper flakes give it a nice touch.
Alba
Loved it! I agree that the ACV adds that extra special flavor!
Karin
This was SO good. I added toasted flaked almonds because they are awesome.
Jessica
I’m new to this kind of cooking and I’d like to try and cook some of your recipes. I just had a question about the ginger in recipe. Can the ginger be left out without completely compromising the taste of the dish?
Brittani
Hi, C + K! I discovered this recipe last week after you linked to it in another post, and oh my GOSH. It’s amazing. I’ve made it twice in 8 days, and will continue to do so weekly until someone in my family begs me to stop. It’s very kid-friendly, too – my two year old loved it. Thank you!
Kate
Yay! I’m so glad you’re enjoying it, Brittani. Thanks for letting me know!
Marianne
very good recipe. i sauteed cubes of tempeh in coconut oil until brown on all sides and added a handful of pignioli nuts into the pan until slightly toasted and added all that to the bowl…so delicious!
Alex
we made this last night with a 2:1 liquid ratio. Turned out delicious!
Kate
Awesome! Thanks, Alex!
Eleanor
One of my favorite Cookie and Kate recipes I’ve tried to date…seriously amazing. I used full-fat coconut milk (the kind with guar gum) because I didn’t have anything else, and it turned out great.
Ana
This was delicious! Instead of the plain roasted cauliflower you suggested, I served this with one of my favourite cauliflower recipes and it was delightful! Lightly dredge the cauliflower pieces in beaten egg and then in a parmesan cheese mix (I do 1/2 C parm, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp paprika), and bake on a greased sheet at 450F for 15 min.
Kay
I made this exactly as directed
It was very good and well- received by my family It will be sure to become one of our go-to recipes (as are some of your other recipes!!). Thanks Kate!