Tourbillon Fantaisiste (whimsical Whirlwind)

Tourbillon fantaisiste (Whimsical Whirlwind) is a delightful and visually stunning dish that is sure to impress your guests. This Nouvelle cuisine creation features a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, presented in an artful and whimsical manner.

Tourbillon Fantaisiste (whimsical Whirlwind)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of quinoa
  • 2 cups of vegetable broth
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small zucchini, diced
  • 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup of fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup of pine nuts
  • 1/4 cup of feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain.
  2. In a saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
  3. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and let it cool.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil.
  6. In a small pan, toast the pine nuts over medium heat until golden brown.
  7. Add the toasted pine nuts, feta cheese, and olive oil to the quinoa mixture. Season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine.
  8. Divide the quinoa salad into individual serving bowls and serve immediately.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
15g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Large bowl Saucepan Small pan

Tools

Fork Serving bowls

Serving suggestions

Serve the Tourbillon fantaisiste with a side of crusty bread and a crisp white wine for a complete dining experience.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, try adding grilled shrimp or chicken to the quinoa salad for a heartier meal.

Cost

$15