What is your favorite quinoa recipes?

AlisonMacKay

I am starting to use more quinoa than rice lately and when I make quinoa I make a bunch of it and use as much as I need at that time. What are some of your favorite recipes for quinoa. I saw a recipe for mac and cheese the other day I might try it!!

Thanks!

bc119

I'm glad you asked this because I love quinoa and am interested to see what others do with it.

I don't have the recipe handy (or know the exact proportions offhand) but personally, I like to prepare the quinoa and add:
- lemon juice (I use Real Lemon)
- chopped green onion
- pecans halves
- dried cranberries (I use Craisins)
- maybe a little salt and pepper

...and I think that's everything. I like the tartness from the lemon and sweetness/chewiness from the Craisins. Hope you enjoy!

JGainingHealth

I usually just saute some garlic and onions in a pot, then add 1C Quinoa and 2C low sodium broth and simmer for 15 mins. If I'm feeling fancy I might add a spice or two. I like putting nutritional yeast on top

Davariluv

I use the same ingredients and make enough of it to put on over everything I eat, it's like a fresh salsa, it great!

I'm glad you asked this because I love quinoa and am interested to see what others do with it.

I don't have the recipe handy (or know the exact proportions offhand) but personally, I like to prepare the quinoa and add:
- lemon juice (I use Real Lemon)
- chopped green onion
- pecans halves
- dried cranberries (I use Craisins)
- maybe a little salt and pepper

...and I think that's everything. I like the tartness from the lemon and sweetness/chewiness from the Craisins. Hope you enjoy!

capnlizard

I followed this recipe, but added some other spices to it to avoid bland quinoa (I think I added some cumin, curry, and garam masala)....it was pretty equally tasty both hot and cold

http://www.cookingchanneltv.com/recipes/bobby-deen/butternut-squash-with-quinoa-spinach-and-walnuts.html

I have also made a room-temp quinoa salad with homemade lemon vinaigrette (lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano), chopped grape tomatoes, and cooked asparagus. YUM!

deedster_a

Onion Quinoa Bites
4 servings 274 calories

2 cups cooked quinoa
1 large onion, chopped
¼ cup cheddar cheese or Daiya (optional)
¼ cup chopped chives
¾ cup flour
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon sea salt
2 eggs
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Canola oil, for cooking

1. In a medium bowl combine quinoa, cheese, onion and chives. Add flour, cayenne pepper and sea salt. Toss until coated.
2. Beat eggs and lemon juice together. Combine with quinoa mixture and mix well.
3. Form into small balls and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
4. Heat a large skillet to medium heat and coat well with oil. (Make sure you allow your skillet to get warm before adding quinoa) Cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side or until brown.

To make the dipping sauce combine 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or vegan sour cream with 2 teaspoons minced garlic (more or less to taste), 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper and 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional). Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Quinoa Pizza Bites
Makes 40 bites

2 cups cooked quinoa
2 large eggs
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tsp minced garlic
1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
1 cup chopped pepperoni slices (1/2 of a 7 oz bag)
1/2 tsp seasoning salt
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp dried crushed oregano
Pizza sauce for dipping

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Mix together all ingredients, except pizza sauce, in a medium mixing bowl.
3. Distribute mixture into a greased mini muffin tin, filling each cup to the top (1 heaping Tbs each), and press down gently to compact.
4. Bake for 15-20 minutes.
Nutritional Information for 5 bites Calories - 175, Fat - 10g, Protein - 9g, Fiber - 2g, Calcium - 10mg, Carbs - 12g

Buffalo Chicken Quinoa Bites
Makes 24 bites

1 cup cooked quinoa
1 large egg
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 cup finely chopped cooked chicken
1/4 cup buffalo sauce (we used Frank's)
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup Panko bread crumbs
1/2 tsp minced garlic
Salt and pepper to taste
Ranch or Blue cheese dressing for dipping, if desired

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Mix together all ingredients.
3. Distribute mixture into a greased mini muffin tin, filling each cup to the top (1 heaping Tbs each), and press down gently to compact.
4. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
Nutritional Information for 4 bites Calories - 109, Fiber - 1, Fat - 4, Protein - 8, Calcium - 6, Carbs - 11

Cheesy Quinoa Bites
Makes 28 bites

2 cups cooked quinoa
2 large eggs
1 cup shredded carrot
2 stalks green onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 Tbs all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp seasoning salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Mix together quinoa, carrot, egg, green onion, garlic, cilantro, cheese, flour, salt and pepper.
3. Distribute mixture into a greased mini muffin tin, filling each cup to the top (1 heaping Tbs each).
4. Bake for 15-20 minutes.
Calories 130 for 4 bites.

Spinach Parmesan Quinoa Bites
Makes 30 bites

2 cups cooked quinoa
2 large eggs
2 cups baby spinach leaves, chopped
1 cup diced onion
2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
Dash of sea salt

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Mix all ingredients together.
3. Distribute mixture into a greased mini muffin tin, filling each cup to the top (1 heaping Tbs each), and press down gently to compact.
4. Bake for 15-20 minutes.

Ham & Cheese Quinoa Bites
Makes 3 dozen bites

2 cups cooked quinoa
2 eggs
1 tsp minced garlic
1/2 cup diced onion
1 cup finely diced ham
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
3 Tbs fresh chives, chopped
1/2 cup panko
1/4 tsp each of salt and pepper

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Mix together all ingredients.
3. Distribute mixture into a greased mini muffin tin, filling each cup to the top (1 heaping Tbs each) and press down gently to compact.
4. Bake for 15-20 minutes.

Chicken Cordon Bleu Quinoa Bites
Makes 36 bites

2 cups cooked quinoa
2 large eggs
2 stalks green onion, diced
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
2 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried parsley
3/4 cup finely diced ham
3/4 cup finely chopped cooked chicken
1/2 tsp seasoning salt
1/4 tsp ground pepper

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Mix all ingredients together in a medium mixing bowl.
3. Distribute mixture into a greased mini muffin tin, filling each cup to the top (1 heaping Tbs each), and press down gently to compact.
4. Bake for 15-20 minutes.
Nutritional Information for 4 bites Calories - 131, Fiber - 1g, Fat - 6g, Protein - 10g, Calcium - 11g, Carbs - 9

KenosFeoh

Bird seed.
Definitely.

TinaBean007

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/935822-need-some-quinoa-ideas-please

LifeChanged2000

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