Spiced carrot and zucchini quinoa

Serves 8

Ingredients: 

4    cups  water 
2    cups   Quinoa rinsed well and drained
2    Tblsp  dried currants
1/2 Tsp      Salt 
1/4  cup      Extra virgin olive oil
2     Medium carrots, peeled, cut into small cubes
2     Medium zucchini, trimmed cut into small cubes
1     Tsp     Sweet paprika
1     Tsp     Ground cumin
1/2  Tsp      Ground cinnamon
1/2  cup      Chopped fresh cilantro

Directions:

1. Combine first 4 ingredients in heavy large saucepan. Bring to boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium- low, cover and simmer until water is absorbed and quinoa is tender, about 20 minutes.

2. Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add carrots; sauté until tender about 5 minutes
3. Add zucchini; sauté until tender about 3 minutes.
4. Mix in paprika, cumin, and cinnamon
5. Add quinoa to skillet; toss to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
6. Mix in cilantro and serve

* Recipe from the Bon Appetit fast easy fresh cookbook by: Barbara Fairchild