I have quinoa, but not sure what to do with it!

chrisloveslife · July 2013

So I bought some quinoa go make sweet potato burgers. I was the only one who like them, so I'm probably not going to make those any more. Does anyone have some great recipes for my leftover box of quinoa?

Basia_and4345 · July 2013

So I bought some quinoa go make sweet potato burgers. I was the only one who like them, so I'm probably not going to make those any more. Does anyone have some great recipes for my leftover box of quinoa?

It's a fantastic substitute for rice.

JessicaBR13 · July 2013

This website has delicious quiona recipes.
http://www.familyfreshcooking.com/recipes/#.UeWDUuAobzI

vegan4lyfe2012 · July 2013

Sauté up half an onion, diced, in a tablespoon of olive oil. Once soft and translucent, add your quinoa and water with some (vegan) chicken bouillon powder and a tsp of dried parsley & basil. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover & cook 12 minutes. Add 1/2 cup of dried cranberries, cover again and continue cooking 2 to 3 minutes. Let rest & fluff. Yummy hot or cold!

I like to make my couscous with onion & dried cranberries, too

VioletHaz · July 2013

I cook it with broth instead of water and thought it was excellent with sautéed zucchini and onions. Definitely versatile as a rice substitute.

poohpoohpeapod · July 2013

not a recipe but a tip from a chef. Roast at 325 until toasty and golden proceed to cook per pkg directions. This is what resteraunts do, deepens the flavor it actually tastes good! Use in place of rice or any grain.

lynn1982 · July 2013

Substitute for rice, put it in salads, eat as cereal in the morning instead of oatmeal, etc. The options are really endless... my personal favourite is eating it with some sauteed veggies and spices.

KellyMarie528 · July 2013

I cook it with broth instead of water and thought it was excellent with sautéed zucchini and onions. Definitely versatile as a rice substitute.

^^ Yup, very good cooked in low sodium broth instead of water!

SRH7 · July 2013

I usually cook it and let it cool to have in salads. Cook it with some stock and herbs or spices to add flavour. Once cold add whatever you fancy - chopped peppers, spring onions, almonds, raisins, celery, beetroot etc etc). If you're having it warm it's nice with things with plenty of juice (curries, chilies, tagines, stews).

margelizard · July 2013

I found a recipe for a crispy baked quinoa dish here: http://www.theliveinkitchen.com/2012/12/11/crispy-quinoa-bake/

I tried it the other day and it was actually pretty good, though I went with about half the cheese it asked for. It was pretty filling and very veg heavy which was awesome!

emlee01 · July 2013

If you're feeling adventurous, you might try making quinoa tabouli! This recipe got 5 out of 5 stars on food.com:

http://www.food.com/recipe/quinoa-tabouli-140618

zacksnana · July 2013

Bump

endureandpersist · July 2013

Cool it off and use it in a salad instead of rice.

MsAnn07 · July 2013

bump for later

HeatherBittner · July 2013

Bump. Love quinoa!!

morielia · July 2013

Rice substitute in temaki. I cook it in veggie broth. My husband likes it as faux fried rice (peas, carrots, egg, little soy). Occasionally I'll do onion/bacon/orange bell pepper. Mediterranean salad (cold). Baked quinoa casserole (it's cheesy with broccoli).

Rotten_Apple · July 2013

My favorite - had it for lunch today!

http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/black-bean-quinoa-salad-with-basil-lemon-dressing-10000001160577/

I do edamame instead of lima beans and eat it on a bed of spinach leaves, so good!

penguinlally · July 2013

we use it in place of rice - toast it first and use broth instead of water - great hot or cold. Curious about the sweet potato burgers...do you have the recipe?

nellyett · July 2013

I've used it in a few recipes like stuffed peppers, etc. but the easiest one I do by far is:

- 1/2 cup quinoa (rinsed)

- 1/2 cup steel cut oats

- 1/4 cup organic brown sugar or raw honey

- 3 cups water (you can also use milk, or half milk/water)

- cinnamon

- throw it into a slow cooker on high for a couple of hours and it's done!

It doesn't take very long to cook, even on low so it's not an overnight recipe. I usually put it on in the evening and store it in the fridge. When reheating add a bit of water or milk and it will be nice and creamy.

I've tried different variations with diced apple, adding vanilla at the end, banana, whatever. Now I just make this base and if everyone can add whatever they like after....frozen berries, sunflower seeds, etc. etc.

Unknown · July 2013

If you're feeling adventurous, you might try making quinoa tabouli! This recipe got 5 out of 5 stars on food.com:

http://www.food.com/recipe/quinoa-tabouli-140618

I just made a quinoa tabouli...well sort of, I used what I had. I wanted to use up some of the parsley and mint from my garden. Added some edamame for extra protein. It tastes very good.

GymRatGirl13 · July 2013

Super simple way I make it daily is to cook according to directions, then simply mix with salsa. I add some feta cheese to it sometimes, too. I pack it for a side dish for my chicken at lunch. Eat it cold or hot...both are good.

Alisontheice · July 2013

We just cook it and eat it as a side dish. My 5 year old would eat bowls and bowls of this.

It is nice turned into a salad with cucumber, tomatoes, onion and fresh herbs. Simply add an oil and vinegar dressing and it is delicious.

bcattoes · July 2013

IMO quinoa is best in a salad. Just mix cooked, drained dried beans and chopped vegetables with cooked, cooled quinoa and dress with a vinaigrette. Easy, loaded with nutritents and keeps well for days in the fridge.

I've taken quinoa salad to several gatherings and always get requests for the recipe. Many ask for the recipe of my couscous salad because they don't know what quinoa is :laugh: But, at least they enjoyed it.

Willowjet · July 2013

I just bought my first box of quinoa this week...going to try a quinoa fried rice recipe that I found on Pinterest...looks really good...check it out!