Crispy Quinoa and Roasted Cabbage with Sweet Paprika Sauce. Perfect for two, this dish combines roasted cabbage’s earthy charm with the quinoa crunch. All are brought together by a creamy silken tofu, nutritional yeast, and sweet paprika sauce. All is layered and topped with dill and lemon zest. It is packed with protein and bursting with flavor.
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Preparing the Cabbage and Quinoa
We’ll begin by prepping our main ingredients: cabbage and quinoa. Start with the cabbage by cutting it in half. Then, slice it into thick wedges. For a small cabbage, aim for about eight slices in total. Arrange these wedges neatly on a baking tray. Next, drizzle them with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper. As for the quinoa, spread two cups of cooked quinoa on a separate baking tray. Both the cabbage and quinoa will roast in a preheated oven set at 430°F (220°C). Remember to stir the quinoa every five minutes while it bakes for 25 minutes, preventing any burning. Simultaneously, the cabbage will roast for 20 minutes until it reaches a perfect blend of tenderness and char.
The Dreamy Sauce for this Crispy Quinoa and Roasted Cabbage with Sweet Paprika Sauce
This isn’t just any sauce; it’s a creamy, flavor-bursting mix that’s surprisingly high in protein, thanks to the silken tofu base. It couldn’t be easier to make: combine silken tofu, garlic, nutritional yeast, olive oil, lemon juice, and sweet paprika in a food processor and blend until smooth. You’ll get a rich and luscious sauce that can make any dish taste amazing.
Imagine slathering it on a sandwich as a healthier, protein-rich alternative to your regular spreads. Or, toss it with some freshly cooked pasta for a quick, nutritious sauce. Or, it can be a dip for your favorite veggies.
Flavor and Protein, Yes, Please.
I absolutely love dishes with different bits and pieces of flavors and textures coming together. That’s one of the reasons why I can’t get enough of this Crispy Quinoa and Roasted Cabbage with Sweet Paprika Sauce. But there’s another reason, too: it’s a protein powerhouse. Each serving packs 26 grams of protein! If you’re anything like me, you’re always looking for ways to up your protein. This dish will certainly do that!
Crispy Quinoa and Roasted Cabbage with Sweet Paprika Sauce
Course: MainCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy2
servings10
minutes25
minutes600
kcalIngredients
1 small head of cabbage, cut into 8 thick slices
Olive oil for drizzling over cabbage
Salt and black pepper to taste to sprinkle over cabbage
2 cups cooked quinoa
- For the Sauce:
200 grams silken tofu
1 clove of garlic
1/4 cup nutritional yeast
1 tablespoon olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
Garnish: pickled red onions, chopped dill, lemon zest
Directions
- For the Cabbage:
- Preheat the oven to 430°F (220°C).
- Place the cabbage slices on a baking tray. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the edges are nicely charred.
- For the Quinoa:
- Spread the cooked quinoa on another baking tray.
- Bake for 25 minutes in the same oven, stirring every 5 minutes to ensure even crisping.
- For the Sauce:
- Combine silken tofu, garlic, nutritional yeast, olive oil, lemon juice, sweet paprika, and salt in a food processor.
- Blend until smooth.
- Assembling the Dish:
- On each plate, lay four wedges of roasted cabbage.
- Top with a cup of crispy quinoa.
- Drizzle generously with the sweet paprika sauce.
- Garnish with pickled red onions, a generous amount of chopped dill, and a sprinkle of lemon zest.
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Nutrition Facts
2 servings per container
- Amount Per ServingCalories600
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat
30g
47%
- Total Carbohydrate
60g
20%
- Dietary Fiber 14g 57%
- Sugars 11g
- Protein 26g 52%
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.