Quinoa... omg!

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  • mcarter99
    mcarter99 Posts: 1,666 Member
    It's very nutritious but also a bit high calorie, like most seeds. I eat it often, though. Mostly in salad. I've had a quinoa breakfast pudding that's pretty good.
  • shorty35565
    shorty35565 Posts: 1,425 Member
    I LOVE quinoa! I make a yummy pineapple quinoa stir-fry.

    Basically I saute some onion, a bit of garlic and mushrooms. Add in the cooked quinoa and stir it up good. Add bite sized pieces of kale. Cover and let kale cook 3-4 min. Add pineapple chunks and fresh mint. Serve.

    I've seen "mac&cheese" recipes but I am skeptical. I also have a recipe for a quinoa patty that I am going to try this week. I also like it cold.

    I would say as well as a nutty flavor, I find it slightly crunchy. To boost flavor you can cook it in broth. I have never added butter to the broth while cooking it but I bet you could do that to.


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    That looks so delish!!
  • Beastette
    Beastette Posts: 1,497 Member
    Yup. Check www.allrecipes.com for lots and lots. I enjoyed "Tropical Quinoa".
  • hungrymarathongirl
    hungrymarathongirl Posts: 444 Member
    Awesome ideas for quinoa here. I just started using it myself. I have only these two recipes:

    Quinoa Stuffed Peppers

    http://recipes.prevention.com/Recipe/quinoa-stuffed-peppers.aspx?cm_mmc=Recipe-of-the-Day-_-949474-_-06192012-_-Quinoa-Stuffed-Peppers-Get-Todays-Recipe

    Colorful Quinoa Salad (with black beans, chick peas, spinach)

    http://www.saveonfoods.com/sites/default/files/Recipes/wk23_recipe.pdf
  • shbretired
    shbretired Posts: 320 Member
    costco has a Quinoa salad; very delish. It has cucumber, tomatoes, cilantro
  • Bump!
  • t8tersalad
    t8tersalad Posts: 85 Member
    Great ideas!
  • Prettylittlelotus
    Prettylittlelotus Posts: 239 Member
    I heard of but been to afraid to try. What is the texture like? Is it like rice? I have been trying to open my mind to new things, so willing to give it a try.

    It's somewhere in between cous cous and rice. It's really easy and quick to make and goes with almost everything.
  • 1Kristine1
    1Kristine1 Posts: 697 Member
    Just started eating quinoa
    I have tried the cold salad with veggies and plain with chicken broth. I really like it.
    I am soo saving this thread I need more recipe ideas.
    Mmmm
  • alladream
    alladream Posts: 261 Member
    Yeah, I use the organic kind alot, and just chuck it into whatever vegetarian stew I make each week, for the protein. I like it, and find it really helpful for protein and satisfaction.
  • nettasaura
    nettasaura Posts: 173 Member
    Adore quinoa...and my kids scarf it up like it's candy. We like it hot as a side like rice.....made with homemade chicken stock....hubby and the boys top theirs with sour cream and hot sauce.
  • JAllen32
    JAllen32 Posts: 991 Member
    I have made it one time and it made a ton! My hubby was out of town and my daughter didn't like it, so I lived off of it all week. lol I ate it first with grilled chicken breast and veggies. Then I started mixing it with scrambled eggs to bulk up my breakfast burritos. It was yummy! I think I tossed it over salad once too. I need to make it again, I think I'll try the mac and chz idea! I've seen it around a lot.
  • Lentz16
    Lentz16 Posts: 26
    Quinoa -cucumber/tomatoes/cilantro! that sounds good! i will make that for my guest tomorrow! we're having a bbq! yumm!
  • DonttrythatwithME
    DonttrythatwithME Posts: 214 Member
    eaten hot or cold its great, if you add liquids to it while its hot to then put on your salad cold it really absorbed the flavour, try zesting a lemon or lime into it plus the juice of said lemon or lime really lifts the flavour
  • I use quinoa instead of bulgar when I make tabouli. Love it.
  • harley0269
    harley0269 Posts: 384 Member
    Quinoa Risotto!

    - 1/2 cup grated parm, aged gouda or sharp cheddar (i like lots of cheese)
    - 2-3 TBSP of Neufchatel or Cream cheese
    - about 1 tbsp Herbes de Provence or italian seasoning
    - 1 clove of crushed/chopped garlic
    - 2 cups cooked quinoa - cooked in broth (veggie or chicken, your preference)
    - 1 tbsp olive oil or butter

    Prepare the quinoa and set aside
    In another pan, sautee the garlic in the olive oil/buttter until it is just barely golden. Don't cook too long or it will burn!! melt the neufchatel and throw in the herbs to melt with it. Melt the Parm/Gouda/cheddar a little at a time until incorporated and melted.
    Mix into the warm, prepared quinoa until it is all incorporated.

    Voila! Quick risotto-style quinoa, and not super horrible on the calories.

    LEMON-SCENTED QUINOA SALAD

    1 cup quinoa
    2 cups water
    1/2 tsp fine grain sea salt
    1 can garbanzo beans or dried equivalent
    1/2 cup cilantro chopped
    1/2 red onion chopped

    Tahini Dressing:
    1 garlic clove smashed & chopped
    1/4 cup tahini
    zest of 1 lemon
    scant 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
    2 tbsp olive oil
    2 tbsp hot water
    scant 1/2 tsp fine grain sea salt

    rinse the quinoa in a fine-meshed strainer. in a medium saucepan heat the quinoa & water until boiling. reduce heat & simmer until water is absorbed & quinoa fluffs up, about 15 minutes. quinoa is done when you see the curlique in each grain & its tender with a bit of pop to each bite. drain any extra water & set aside.

    while the quinoa is cooking make the dressing. whisk together the garlic, tahini, lemon zest & juice, & olive oil. add the hot water to thin a bit & then the salt.

    toss the cooked quinoa, beans, cilantro, red onions & half of the dressing. add more dressing if you like & season with more salt to taste. serve garnished with a bit of cilantro.

    serves 4
    QUINOA SALAD WITH APPLES & ALMONDS

    1 cup quinoa rinsed
    2 cups water
    2 tbsp honey
    1/4 cup lemon juice
    1/2 tsp coarse salt
    3 tbsp olive oil
    1 cup peeled diced tart apples (like granny smith)
    1 cup finely chopped celery
    1/3 cup golden raisins
    1/3 cup finely chopped parsley
    1/2 cup coarsely chopped almonds toasted
    course salt & pepper

    in a medium saucepan combine quinoa & water. bring to boil. reduce heat to simmer, & cover, until water is absorbed. (about 15 minutes) transfer quinoa to a large bowl, stir & let cool completely.

    in a small bowl, whisk together the honey, lemon juice, & salt. gradually whisk in the oil until blended.

    add the apples, celery, raisins, parsley & almonds to the quinoa & toss the ingredients well. add the dressing & toss once more to coat the salad. season it with salt & pepper to taste. serve at room temp.

    serves 6-8

    CRANBERRY WALNUT QUINOA SALAD

    1 CUP RAW QUINOA, RINSED WELL IN COLD WATER
    1 CUP DRIED CRANBERRIES
    1 CUP FROZEN GREEN BEANS, DEFROSTED
    1/4 CUP WALNUTS CHOPPED
    1/4 CUP GREEN ONIONS SLICED
    1/4 CUP BALSAMIC VINEGAR
    1 1/2 TBSP EXTRA VIGIN OLIVE OIL
    4 CLOVES GARLIC MINCED
    1/2 TSP SALT
    1/4 TSP PEPPER

    COMBINE QUINOA WITH 2 CUPS WATER IN A MEDIUM SAUCEPAN & BRING TO BOIL OVER HIGH HEAT.
    REDUCE HEAT TO A SIMMER, COVER, & CONTINUE COOKING UNTIL ALL WATER IS ABSORBED.
    IN A MEDIUM BOWL COMBINE COOKED QUINOA, DRIED CRANBERRIES, GREEN BEANS, WALNUTS & GREEN ONIONS UNTIL WELL MIXED.
    IN A SMALL BOWL WHISK THE BALSAMIC VINEGAR, OLIVE OIL, & GARLIC UNTIL WELL BLENDED. POUR OVER THE QUINOA MIXTURE. TOSS UNTIL WELL BLENDED. SEASON WITH SALT & PEPPER TO TASTE.
    CHILL IN THE REFRIGERATOR FOR AT LEAST 30 MINUTES BEFORE SERVING.

    QUINOA MEXICAN SALAD

    2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
    2 tbsp fresh squeezed lime jiuce
    2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
    1/2 Cup sliced scallions
    1 1/2 cups corn
    2 chopped tomatoes
    1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained & rinsed
    2 cups cooked quinoa (warm, cold or room temp)

    add olive oil, lime juice & chopped cilantro to cooked quinoa.
    then add sliced scallions, corn tomatoes & black beans.
    if you like, top with salsa, shredded cheese or a few slices of avocado.

    :heart: CHOCOLATE QUINOA PUDDING !!!! :heart:

    ¼ cup dry quinoa rinsed (66g)
    ½ cup almond milk (4oz) or light chocolate soy milk will work too
    1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (6g)
    1/2 tsp almond extract
    1 tbsp clover honey (optional)
    Whisk all ingredients in a small pot over medium heat and bring to a boil.

    Lower to a simmer and cover. Cook for about 12 minutes until the quinoa absorbs most of the liquid. Serve!
    Love it cold or warm!!

    Per Serving: (with honey)
    calories 275
    sodium 77
    sugar 20
    protien 9
    carbs 54
    fat 6
  • Pucker508
    Pucker508 Posts: 67 Member
    bump! yum!
  • mehaffeymk
    mehaffeymk Posts: 154 Member
    This is the best quinoa recipe I've ever tried. I eat it sooo much.

    http://www.livingwithout.com/recipes/quinoa_salad_fresh_herbs-2049-1.html?ET=livingwithout:e50427:106852a:&st=email

    let me know if the link doesn't work for some reason~
  • MstngSammy
    MstngSammy Posts: 436 Member
    You can use it in place of rice. You can also season it like you would oats and eat it for breakfast!

    I sometimes use.....1cup water....cinnamon...dash salt...bring to a boil...add 1/4 c quinoa and cook for about 5 min with lid....add 1/4 c old dash oats....add lid and turn off heat. Let sit till water is absorbed. Add a tsp of raw honey and a sprinkling of nuts. Yum!


    If you have an Earth Fare or Trader Joe's it is a lot cheaper. Reg grocery stores are outrageous
  • TheFitFireman
    TheFitFireman Posts: 185 Member
    I think I need to try me some quinoa, is it expensive?
  • MstngSammy
    MstngSammy Posts: 436 Member
    I think I need to try me some quinoa, is it expensive?


    I don't know where you are but in N AL if you get it at Earth Fare its $4-6 a lb depending on witch kind you get. The grocery stores are $10 lb for the Bob's Red Mill.
  • Hearts_2015
    Hearts_2015 Posts: 12,031 Member
    hm, here for more ideas!

    Thanks:bigsmile:
  • summaryzn
    summaryzn Posts: 113 Member
    ID heard of it for years, but didnt know THIS was the spelling till probably last summer. It was most impressive bc of the high potein but 'carby' FEELING of it all... i make it like rice.. I add various things sometimes diced sturdy veggies like zucchini peppers, carrots. Ive even added cilantro and coconut milk.. YUMMO
    !


    read a quick recipe today that said quinoa, salt + salsa and BAM a meal.! plan to try it warm with milk (like oatmeal) and see how that goes. Need toget more protein in my diet STAT!
  • prov31jd
    prov31jd Posts: 153 Member
    I love all these ideas! I've substituted it for rice or couscous in recipes.

    Also, I grind quinoa to a fine consistency in my coffee grinder, and add it to my homemade bread recipe, to increase the nutritional content of the bread. I add about 1/2 cup per loaf of bread.
  • bcattoes
    bcattoes Posts: 17,299 Member
    I heard of but been to afraid to try. What is the texture like? Is it like rice? I have been trying to open my mind to new things, so willing to give it a try.

    The texture is silimar to rice, but also pretty different. The red quinoa has a nuttier and firmer texture than the white. The white is a little more "fluffy" than rice, especially if you are used to brown rice.

    But I use it in recipes that call for rice, or with just a little seasoning as a side dish. If you are gluten intollerant the white quinoa makes a great gluten free substitute for bulgar wheat in tabouleh, or other recipes.
  • bcattoes
    bcattoes Posts: 17,299 Member
    I think I need to try me some quinoa, is it expensive?

    In my area it is quite a bit more expensive than rice. At least twice the price of organic brown rice.
  • Healthy_Melva
    Healthy_Melva Posts: 91 Member
    Bump for recipe ideas. Thanks guys.