Quinoa....please help!

loadsandloads

Okay I finally purchased a box of organic Quinoa and need some recipes. I have been told to make sure I cook it properly and that it is really good for me so I've taken the first step. Thanks in advance for any help!

yoga_mel

I am making some for breakfast this AM!

http://greatist.com/health/recipe-chocolate-banana-breakfast-quinoa/#

and yesterday

http://www.skinnytaste.com/2012/10/apples-and-cinnamon-breakfast-quinoa.html

Also I have made really great burgers with it and soups Make sure to rinse it really well before you use it

oregonzoo

Boil 2 cups of water for every cup of quinoa.
When water is boiling put in quinoa

Put on low

Wait for deliciousness.
I've been throwing all sorts of stuff in it.
LOVE it with some baba ghanoush.

yoga_mel

think I have posted the burger one before.....do a search of the forums and I'm sure some stuff will pop up

creeperlegume

Search on Pinterest. I love cooking with quinoa and have found all of my recipes there! Some I love so much I tend to make them over and over and over. Make sure you buy the pre-washed quinoa. It can be a pain in the butt to rinse it otherwise. Good luck!

TLEIGH33777

Bump... I've never had it, but almost got some yesterday... Didn't know what to do with it... Thanks for posting this!

kcragg

Use it as you would with couscous and rice. With a salad or an accompaniment to meal rather than potatoes. It can taste a little bland so it is a good idea to cook it in a stock rather than just water and season it well. you can add spices and vegetables, like roast vegetables. Experiment and find what you like best.

Enjoy

readthat

I just discovered Quinoa. My first try on it cooking in water, it was blah. I saw a comment here about cooking it in chicken broth. So I tried that, then added spicy fresh cut salsa after it was cooked. It is my husband and I's new favorite side. I keep craving it now! We have already had it as a side twice this week haha. Love it!

avasano

I put some redpepper. a dash of EVOL and brown rice mixed into it, devine. My family loved it.

2hmom

Bump,thanks for the recipes,love it.

AggieLu

If you're on Facebook, "like" Quinoa Corporation. Amazing recipes.

IronSmasher

I just eat mine.

AliciaAnne1984

I seriously love Quinoa and it is amazingly healthy... This is my favourite recipe and I love having it for breakfast (make a few serves, keep in the fridge and heat up).

Honey Coconut Quinoa with Pomegranate (I use whatever fruit I have available - usually apples) http://edenkitchen.com/honey-coconut-quinoa-with-pomegranate/

emmie0622

If you're on Facebook, "like" Quinoa Corporation. Amazing recipes.

OMG! Thank you so much everything looks so good!

lem_orc29

The Savvy Vegetarian website has some good recipes. I like this one: http://www.savvyvegetarian.com/vegetarian-recipes/spanish-quinoa.php

Also, I just kind of open the fridge and start throwing stuff in. I've done diced roasted eggplant, peppers, and asparagus along with some pesto; mixing it up with goat cheese and chicken; adding it to a wrap I was making. It really works with just about anything!

terra32903

http://www.skinnytaste.com/2012/08/southwestern-black-bean-quinoa-and.html

mtbke5

I use it just like I would oatmeal or rice. I cook a big batch and then separate it out for the week.

wanda9501

I've always wanted to try quinoa, but was to afraid. I think I will check out a few of the websites for recipes and try it this weekend.

SteelersFan7

I asked this not too long ago. Here is the link to the thread. There are some great recipes.

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/735759-quinoa-recipes

steadk

add pesto to it!!
I've done that and had it with chicken.

I've also heard adding scrambled eggs to it are good

NicolePatriot

Skinnytaste.com has a lot of recipes.

I made this one:

http://www.skinnytaste.com/2012/08/southwestern-black-bean-quinoa-and.html

It was very good. It was my first time making quinoa.