Quinoa with Sauteed Fall Vegetables

Quinoa with Sauteed Fall Vegetables

This flavorful side dish goes perfectly with the 

Coconut Ginger Panko Crusted Tilapia.  

Make both for a truly enjoyable fall meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup uncooked quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 large yellow squash sliced
• 1/2 cup green onions diced
• 1 1/2 cups green beans with ends trimmed off
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1 Tablespoon olive oil
• 1 Tablespoon garlic minced
• 1/8 cup fresh basil leaves cut up
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese

Directions:

1.) Combine quinoa and water in a pot and bring to a boil.  Boil for 5 minutes and reduce heat to a simmer for 15 minutes or until all water is absorbed.  Fluff with a fork.

2.) In a skillet combine the vegetables, garlic, olive oil and balsamic vinegar.  Saute over medium high heat until vegetables begin to lightly brown.

3.) Combine vegetables and quinoa in a bowl and add cheese and basil.  Flavor with additional balsamic as needed.  Enjoy!

Coconut Panko Crusted Tilapia

Coconut Panko Crusted Tilapia

 

This light, flaky fish is paired well with a quinoa side
and fresh fall vegetables.  The coconut is subtle and flavorful and
makes a delightful, healthy and easy to cook dish.

Ingredients:

• Four tilapia filets
• 1 cup panko crumbs
• 1 can coconut milk
• 1 Tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1/2 Tablespoon nutmeg
• 1 Tablespoon ginger powder
• 1 Tablespoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

 

 

 

Directions:

 

1.) Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

2.) In a large glass or ceramic baking dish pour the coconut milk and spread evenly.

3.) In a bowl combine the panko and all of the spices.

4.) Place the tilapia in the coconut milk and coat both sides, then roll the tilapia in the panko mixture, coating both sides. 

5.) Heat the oil in a skillet on the stove over medium high heat. 

6.) Cook the tilapia in the skillet until both sides are golden brown and then place the fish into the baking dish.

7.) Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the fish is golden brown and cooked through the middle.  Enjoy!