#coconutmangoquinoa

In my mission this month to consume less processed foods, I came up with this refreshing, thick and creamy side dish that’s super healthy. It’s sweet and spicy and comforting all at the same time. Add a cabana and I’m in heaven! I may be in Atlanta but this dish makes me feel like I’m right at home in Jamaica on the beach! To my ladies in Jamaica - this is a great way to use your fresh mangos as we move into mango season. I had to use frozen mangos :(. Still came out great! Ingredients:

1 cup quinoa

1 (16 oz) can coconut milk 

1/4 tsp garlic powder

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

1 cup red bell pepper, diced

1 cup cucumber, diced

2 cups mango (fresh or frozen), diced

2 Tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut

salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Cook quinoa according to directions on package, substituting coconut milk in place of the liquid.

Add garlic, red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper to quinoa before cooking.