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.
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
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain.
- In a saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
- Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Fluff the quinoa with a fork and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil.
- In a small pan, toast the pine nuts over medium heat until golden brown.
- Add the toasted pine nuts, feta cheese, and olive oil to the quinoa mixture. Season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine.
- 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