Description

If you’re looking for a nutritious, flavorful, and easy-to-make meal, this Quinoa Apple Curry Bowl is the perfect choice. Packed with protein-rich quinoa, crunchy apples, sweet raisins, and a vibrant curry dressing, this dish offers a delightful balance of textures and tastes. Whether you’re meal-prepping for the week or whipping up a quick lunch, this bowl is sure to satisfy!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Nutritious & Balanced – Quinoa is a complete protein, high fiber, and full of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant phytonutrients, making this dish a great plant-based option.
Sweet & Savory Harmony – The combination of apples, raisins, and curry powder creates an irresistible contrasts of flavor.
Quick & Easy – Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is simple and delicious.
Versatile – Serve it warm or cold as a main dish or a hearty side.

Ingredients

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1 cup tri-color quinoa
1 gala apple
1/4 cup raisins (optional – sub cran-raisins)
2–3 sprigs mint leafs, chopped
1/4 cup slivered almonds

Dressing

1 tablespoon curry powder
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (1 tsp for quinoa on side)
1 small lemon juiced
2 tablespoons honey
1 small shallot, chopped (sub 1/4 chopped red onion
salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Cook the Quinoa: Rinse quinoa under cold water, then cook according to package instructions. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and drizzle with 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Let cool slightly.
Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together curry powder, olive oil, lemon juice, honey, shallot, salt, and pepper.
Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine quinoa, diced apple, raisins, chopped mint, and slivered almonds.
Dress & Toss: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until well combined.
Serve & Enjoy: Serve immediately or refrigerate for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature!

Notes

For added nutritional benefits, keep the apple skins on; the apple’s skin provides most of the fiber and polyphenols, cholesterol fighting almonds add health monounsaturated fats and added protein, and not to mention the shallots include quercertin, a phytonutrient that helps with recover. Oh, can’t forget the turmeric in the curry powder providing super-brain function and anti-cancer fighting goodies!

Tips & Variations

Add protein: Toss in chickpeas or grilled chicken for an extra protein boost.
Switch up the nuts: Try toasted walnuts or pecans for a different crunch.
Make it vegan: Swap honey for maple syrup.
Storage: This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days—perfect for meal prep!

This Quinoa Apple Curry Bowl is a delicious way to add more whole foods to your diet while indulging in a medley of vibrant flavors. Give it a try and let us know how you like it!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes