Spicy Garlic Dust Quinoa - Seen at the 2025 Minnesota State Fair
Spicy Garlic Dust Quinoa
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Tasty Tin
An unexpected hit at the 2025 Minnesota State Fair.
Ingredients
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1 cup uncooked quinoa (yields ~3 cups cooked)
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1.5 Tbsp Spicy Garlic Dust
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1.5 Tbsp olive oil
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1 Tbsp lemon juice (fresh preferred, or use white/red wine vinegar) optional
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½ cup diced peppers & onions
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¼ cup dried cranberries
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¼ cup chopped English cucumber
Directions
Cook the quinoa according to package directions; let cool slightly. Use chicken broth or veggie broth for an extra kick of flavor
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together Spicy Garlic Dust, olive oil, and lemon juice (or vinegar) if using.
Stir in peppers, onions, dried cranberries, and chopped cucumber.
Fold in the cooked quinoa and mix well until fully combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more garlic dust, lemon juice, or salt as desired.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Recipe Note
Quinoa can be bland so at home we always cook in homemade chicken or veggie broth for extra flavor. Otherwise make sure to mix part of your sauce immediately after quinoa is done to allow the flavor to soak in.