Creamy Coconut Mango Quinoa
In my mission this month to consume less processed foods, I came up with this refreshing, thick and creamy side dish that’s super healthy. It’s sweet and spicy and comforting all at the same time. Add a cabana and I’m in heaven! I may be in Atlanta but this dish makes me feel like I’m right at home in Jamaica on the beach! To my ladies in Jamaica - this is a great way to use your fresh mangos as we move into mango season. I had to use frozen mangos :(. Still came out great! Ingredients:
1 cup quinoa
1 (16 oz) can coconut milk
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1 cup red bell pepper, diced
1 cup cucumber, diced
2 cups mango (fresh or frozen), diced
2 Tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut
salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Cook quinoa according to directions on package, substituting coconut milk in place of the liquid.
Add garlic, red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper to quinoa before cooking.
Add remaining ingredients with cooked quinoa and mix well. Salt and pepper to taste.