Ask me what my favourite grain is and I would always have to come back to quinoa. Its nutty flavour goes with anything making it extremely versatile to cook with. Since making my Red Pepper & Feta Quiche with a Cauliflower & Quinoa Crust, I’ve been looking at different ways to use this nutrient dense grain and think you are going to love this one as much as I do!
Normally to bulk out curries or to make them suitable for vegetarians we often turn to lentils, red or green. Quinoa is a powerhouse of nutrition and is an invaluable source of protein, it has quite a subtle taste which means that it practically takes on any flavour – it works in this vegetarian curry really well.
- 1 head of cauliflower
- 2-3 cups quinoa
- 3 cups diced butternut squash
- 1 onion
- 1 clove of garlic
- 4 fresh tomatoes chopped (can use tinned)
- thumb size portion of ginger
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 3 tsps garam masala
- 1 can of full fat coconut milk
- Fresh coriander to garnish (optional)
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Wash and prepare the vegetable and cook the quinoa as per the packet instructions.
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Dice the onion and soften in a little oil in a pan, stir for 5 minutes and then add in the grated ginger and garlic. Stir for another 2 minutes before adding the spices.
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Pour in the chopped tomatoes, cauliflower florets and diced butternut squash.
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Coat the vegetables in the spices and cook for another 5 minutes - add a splash of water if it begins to stick.
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Next stir in the coconut milk and allow the curry to simmer on a low heat for at least 20-25 minutes.
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When the vegetables are tender add the cooked quinoa and stir through.
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Serve up and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
This recipe is one of my favourite types, a love them and leave them little number. Once everything is in the saucepan you can simply leave it to get on with it and sit and relax or get busy with something else while it cooks – perfect!
I often eat this curry straight up as it is because it’s quite hearty, bulked out by all that protein from the quinoa. Of course, you can easily add your favourite sides like basmati or wholegrain rice, naan bread, poppadoms, and chutneys to make it into a real banquet.
Do you know what I love curry but have never tried to make a vegetarian one at home – this needs to change as your recipe looks full of goodness (definitely when compared to my usual lamb madras)
This is definitely one to try. We love madras in our house too, love the spice.
Looks delicious and comforting! 😀
Thanks Nadia! 🙂
I could get behind a bowl or two of this right now.
Ha! Actually, me too!
A big YES PLEASE to this Jemma. I love squash curry and we’ve been big fans of quinoa for many years.
Then this is the curry for you Choclette! 🙂
This sounds so tasty and I do find that quinoa really fills me up so much more than other grains. I also love spicing veggies up so this is a great recipe idea!
It really does fill you up without sitting too heavy in your stomach like other grains.
What a delicious veggie packed curry! Quinoa is one of our main protein sources now and I love it!
Same here, it can be used in so many different things!
I love balti curries – the rich tomato sauce really does it for me. This sounds delicious and so hearty! I’m on such a turmeric kick at the moment as well.
Turmeric is so good for your health in so many ways – it’s definitely underrated!
This looks gorgeous and delicious! I LOVE curries but have never actually tried to make one. Pinning for later!
Thanks Jessy! Do let me know if you give it a try.
I haven’t had curry in two decades. My father used to make it all the time and we got tired of it. Time to try some again.
Well now’s the time to start trying them again!
Quinoa is one of my favourite foods ever! If I could eat it everyday I would and I try to find many different ways to add it to my meals. This looks amazing, I’ve still not tried butternut squash and I fear I’m missing out looking at your recipe!
You could easily sub in sweet potato or any other vegetable if squash isn’t your thing.
I love vegetable curries, this looks so vibrant! Great recipe.
This looks so tasty and colourful! x
Looks delicious! Curry is definitely a staple for me.
This looks amazing! I love curry and quinoa!
Thanks Charlie! 🙂
This looks great! I’m not a quinoa fan but I love the look of this! H x