Quinoa!?!?

Klbryce1

I've heard its a fabulous source of protein for veggies like me, but I have no idea what to do with it! any ideas?? thanks!

ksunshine91

Use it as you would rice. It's so good!

brvanover

I mix Rotel in mine or eat it with mixed vegetables.

RNewton4269

I have used mine like any other grain...mixed parmesan cheese in with it...had it with veggies...it is one of my favorite go to meals now.

jumcadam

Check out this post for some ideas:

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/291893-just-discovered-quinoa-love-it-tips

500lbs2marathon

I love Quinoa! Just wished it was cheaper

I mix it in to my dishes, goes great with Stir Fry!

Kelly_Wilson1990

I use it just like rice. It makes are really good Spanish "rice". Just do a Google search and you will find lots of recipes.

CJChavez1971

:happy: This grain can be used to make tortillas as well...Cook Right for your Type is a book that has recipes for Quinoa....I would suggest you go to your local library or get on their website and search for recipes for Quinoa...plus you can check out the book, have it at home, and its free!

AlsDonkBoxSquat

I've also recently found that it's a good stand in for oatmeal. I actually have some in my bag to have with some raspberries for an afternoon snack. 1/4 cup dry (3/4 cup cooked) has 172 calories and 6 g of protein. I've also made it with stock and loaded it up with veggies and a little marinara, I've used it as my "carb" in place of a rice or noodle or barley in soup, it's a pretty versatile little grain.

ohiogirl30

i'm a vegetarian and I really miss eating hot wings. One of my favorite things I love to do is cut it in 1/2 inch strips, grill or or saute them then put a little hot sauce on them. You'll love it!!!

Klbryce1

thanks everyone! time to get cooking

skinnybearlyndsay

I had it last night for the first time and it was awesome. We had quinoa and black beans. My sister found the recipe at allrecipes.com. Very tasty.

trimtrim

I used to mix mine with shredded chicken diced carrots and peas and chinese seasoning, its delicious eaten like a chinese fried rice dish. I eat it because it is gluten free

lbobak

I have a few veggies in my family and when they are here Quinoa is always a great go to. I use boxed vegtable stock to cook the quinoa and I saute pretty much any veggies I have on hand, zuchini, mushrooms, onions, broccoli and add to the warm quinoa.

You can also use it as a cold salad, I've used the cooked then cold quinoa added feta cheese, chopped red peppers, red or valencia onions, and you do need a dressing like a vinegarette.

Some quinoa's need cleaned I bought a bulk red quinoa and it seemed to have sand in it. So I stick to the organic washed quinoa for simplicity.

thinnerdarla

I like it with black beans, corn , onions, then salsa on top and a little cheese and sour cream

angelew

I make a "Greek" quinoa salad just about every week. Prepare the quinoa and chill in the fridge. Later, add grilled or boiled shrimp, diced bell pepper, sliced purple onion, diced cucumber, diced tomato, kalamata olives, feta cheese, parsley, salt, lemon juice and oregano.

k8edge

Really good!!!

I treat it like cous cous... It takes on the flavor of whatever you put in with it.

This is my go to
Quinoa
1/4 c. red onion
1/2 c. cucumber
1 t. of dill
2 T. of E.V.O.O.
4 T. of Red Wine Vinegar
salt and pepper to taste

YUMMY!

KayaSamantha

I am a huge rice pudding fan and have given up rice, bread (wheat), and sugar (added/white) for lent. I have been adding quinoa to my greek yogurt for a yummy (super healthy and filling too!) "dessert".