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Quinoa with Grilled Zucchini, Garbanzo Beans, and Cumin

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Recipe information

  • Yield

    8 Servings

Ingredients

1

15-ounce can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained

3

tablespoons fresh lemon juice

5

tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

2

garlic cloves, peeled

2

teaspoons cumin seeds

1

teaspoon turmeric, divided

1

teaspoon smoked paprika,* divided

2

cups water

1

cup quinoa (about 6 ounces),** rinsed well, drained

1

teaspoon coarse kosher salt

1

1/2 pounds medium zucchini (about 5), trimmed, quartered lengthwise

1

1/2 teaspoons ground cumin

4

green onions, thinly sliced

1

/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine garbanzo beans and lemon juice in large bowl. Add 3 tablespoons oil; press in garlic and stir to combine. Let marinate at least 15 minutes and up to 2 hours.

    Step 2

    Heat 1 tablespoon oil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add cumin seeds, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, and 1/2 teaspoon paprika; stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add 2 cups water, quinoa, and coarse salt; bring to simmer, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until all water is absorbed, about 16 minutes.

    Step 3

    Meanwhile, prepare barbecue (medium high heat). Place zucchini on rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil. Sprinkle with ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, and 1/2 teaspoon paprika. Toss to coat evenly.

    Step 4

    Place zucchini on grill; sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Grill until tender and browned on all sides, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer to work surface. Cut crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces. Add zucchini, green onions, and parsley, then garbanzo bean mixture to quinoa. Toss to blend. Season with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.