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Quinoa and Blueberry Bar

Name: Quinoa and Blueberry Bar
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa; 2 cups water; 1 pieces star anise; 0.5 cup blueberries; 50 grams dark chocolate; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 pieces eggs; 1 piece orange zest; 0.25 teaspoon salt

Duration

45 min

Servings

For 4 People

Difficulty

medium

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Ingredients

Servings:

1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
1 pieces star anise
0.5 cup blueberries
50 grams dark chocolate
2 tablespoons honey
1 pieces eggs
1 piece orange zest
0.3 teaspoon salt

Step-by-Step Preparation

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Place the quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer and wash by rubbing it with plenty of water to remove its bitter taste. Add the washed quinoa, 2 cups of water, and 1 piece of star anise for flavoring to a pot.

Place the pot on the stove and reduce the heat once it begins to boil. Boil for approximately 15 minutes until the quinoa absorbs all the water and takes on a translucent appearance. After the boiling process is finished, remove the star anise and place the quinoa in a large bowl to rest until it reaches room temperature.

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees and let it heat up. Prepare a small baking dish or tray by lining it with parchment paper.

Add 1 egg and 2 tablespoons of honey to the cooled quinoa. Mix with a spatula or spoon until all ingredients are completely incorporated.

Add the blueberries, dark chocolates broken into small pieces, and most of the orange zest to the mixture. Mix one last time with gentle movements so as not to ruin the shape of the fruits.

Pour the prepared mixture into the baking tray and create a flat surface approximately 2 centimeters thick by pressing down with the back of a spoon.

Bake in the preheated 180 degree oven for approximately 20-25 minutes until the top of the mixture turns slightly golden and the edges firm up.

Leave the tray you took out of the oven on the counter to cool completely. It must cool down so that it can be sliced without falling apart. After it cools, divide into equal pieces and place on a serving plate.

Chef's Tips

To completely remove the bitterness of the quinoa, you can use hot water while washing it or pour cold water over it several times while letting it sit in a colander.
Letting the bars rest in the refrigerator for 1 hour before slicing them will allow you to get much smoother cuts.
Breaking the dark chocolate into irregular pieces with a knife helps you experience different textures while eating.

Alternative & Optional Ingredients

You can create different flavor profiles by using apple juice concentrate or agave syrup instead of honey.
You can prefer dried sour cherries or chopped dried apricots instead of blueberries.

Gourmet Recommendations

You can highlight the chocolate and fruit flavors by lightly sprinkling sea salt (fleur de sel) over the bars just before serving.
You can add a fresh scent and citrus aroma by sprinkling the remaining part of the freshly grated orange zest over the bars at the time of serving.
To increase the visual appeal, you can add shredded pistachios or finely chopped raw almonds on top.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving

Calories289 kcal

Protein9 g

Carbohydrates45 g

Fat9 g

Fiber 5 g

Sugar 14 g

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Quinoa and Blueberry Bar

Duration

45 min

Servings

For 4 People

Difficulty

medium

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