This is a great quick, filling, raw, protein-filled, alkaline-rich, slow-release-energy, colourful powerhouse of a meal! Every time I have it I leave the table filled, satisfied and it keeps me going for HOURS! The combination of textures with the quinoa is great. This was also my introduction to quinoa and I use it more than any other grain now. It is superb!
So here it is, my colourful, fresh, raw:
Carrot & Courgette Stack
Serves 2
Ingredients
2 serves quinoa
Handful baby spinach leaves
1 carrot
1 courgette
1/2 avocado
Sesame seeds
1 lemon or lime
Olive/avocado oil or Udo’s Choice
Instructions
- Cook the quinoa and arrange a base on two plates.
- Grate the carrot and courgette tot form a stack.
- Sprinkle chopped spinach and avocado on top and then top with sesame seeds, lemon juice and oil.
- Season to taste.
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Looks really good , but not 100% raw. Like the 100% raw ideas. Thanks
Hi Jack
You can make it without the quinoa, or have it with raw quinoa if you like it crunchy!
Ross
Nice looking recipe yet again Ross.
btw if you eat quinoa raw, then it needs to be soaked (ideally overnight) to neutralise the antinutrients that it contains. Soaking overnight in warm salted water will effectively start the sprouting process and you’ll likely end up with an even more nutritious seed anyway
Scott
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Hi Ross,
Can you tell me if quinoa is alkaline?
For years I’ve eaten quinoa with diced avocados and tomatoes on top with a bit of Braggs and salt sprinkled on top. It’s really wonderful.
Thanks for your help and info.
Janet
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Hey Janet – yep, quinoa is fine. It’s not super alkaline, probably more neutral – but absolutely fine to keep eating!
Ross