Mediterranean Quinoa with Tzatziki Sauce Yuve Team January 30, 2015 Recipes Any ingredient can be improved by giving it a Mediterranean twist, and with one so versatile as quinoa, a few simple additions plus a dollop of light-yet-flavorful Tzatziki make this recipe an instant family favorite. With its tangy flavor and garlicky bite, Tzatziki is a refreshing finishing touch on many Greek dishes. Made of protein-rich dairy-free yogurt, the sauce provides the perfect thick and creamy texture without the unwanted calories found in sour cream or mayonnaise. Quinoa is also a complete protein containing all nine essential amino acids and healthy doses of fiber, magnesium, and Riboflavin. If you prefer, pour yourself a glass of red wine along with this meal to really take yourself on a Mediterranean vacation straight from the dinner table. Print Mediterranean Quinoa with Tzatziki Sauce Ingredients For the Tzatziki Sauce 2 ounce plain fat-free dairy-free yogurt 1/2 cucumber 1/2 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 lemon, juiced 3/4 clove garlic, peeled 1/4 tablespoon chopped fresh dill Salt and pepper to taste For the Main Dish: 1 cup uncooked quinoa 1 cup black beans 1/4 cup spinach 1 peeled avocado 1 cucumber 1 tablespoon fresh chopped cilantro 1/2 tablespoon fresh chopped mint Instructions Place yogurt, cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and dill in a blender or food processor and blend until well-combined. Transfer to a separate bowl and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours or until thoroughly chilled. Rinse raw quinoa, pour in a pot with water, and simmer until the quinoa is tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and transfer quinoa to a large bowl. Season with cilantro, mint, salt and pepper. Mix with beans and Tzatziki sauce. Arrange fresh spinach neatly on a plate and add quinoa mixture on top. Garnish with sliced avocado and cucumber. Enjoy 4.5.2.15 The following two tabs change content below.BioLatest Posts Yuve Team Yuve is a New York City based brand of premium natural health products. Its goal is to provide a natural solution for busy people to maintain a complete diet without compromising on time. Made from non-GMO plant-based ingredients, Yuve’s wholesome products help improving overall health and natural beauty. Yuve has a complete nutritional profile. It contains high amount of plant-based protein, fiber, digestive enzymes, low sugar, very low fat, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and anti-aging agents. Latest posts by Yuve Team (see all) Vegan Protein Coconut Rice Pudding - March 20, 2017 Black Currant Protein Cookies with Seeds - March 20, 2017 Chocolate Protein Energy Bites - March 20, 2017