1. Wash the quinoa as per the directions on the package.2. Heat oil in a sauce pan on medium heat. 3. Add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, dry red chilli, cashew nuts, when they start spluttering add green chillies, ginger, curry leaves and onions.4. Saute the onions till they turn translucent. 5. Add the mixed vegetables and saute for 2 more mins.6. Add the water (or broth)  and salt to the vegetables, and bring the flame to medium high.7. When the water starts boiling add the quinoa, allow it cook on medium high for 2 - 3 mins, cover it and simmer it for 15 - 20 mins till all the water is absorbed. Keep mixing in-between.8. When done, garnish it with lime juice, cilantro and sliced almonds.9. You can use your choice of vegetables and nuts in this recipe.