Quinoa (keen-wa) seems to be the superfood we all just can’t get enough of, and rightly so.
It’s the seed of a leafy plant similar to spinach. Its cooking qualities are similar to rice, and it’s full of goodness and protein. Naturally gluten-free, high in protein and full of complex, slow-releasing carbohydrates to keep you fuelled for hours.
It’s also an incredibly versatile grain that works just as well in breakfasts as it does in dessert. If you’re stuck for inspiration on how to cook quinoa, then this is for you; scroll through for ideas that will take you from morning to night, and make you rethink this pantry staple.
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Corn and quinoa chowder
Grab yourself a big bowl of Mexican-style comfort.
Mushroom, cavolo nero and quinoa risotto
Rich, earthy and packed with goodness.
Quinoa, zucchini and fetta salad
A satisfying and healthy meal.
Quinoa salad with char-grilled vegetables and tuna
Take one tin of tuna, a vibrant mix of chargrilled vegetables and the power grain, quinoa, to create this simple salad.
Quinoa and seed cheese damper
This crusty bread is delicious whether served as the ideal side for your favourite soup or on its own with butter and golden syrup.
Quinoa porridge
Healthy, warming and packed full of goodness, this gluten-free porridge is made with the naturally low GI quinoa to create a nutty, textural breakfast. It’s beautiful topped with fresh fruit and nuts.
Green quinoa with sesame eggs
This delicious green quinoa with sesame eggs dish is perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Full of health boosting superfoods, and fresh delicious flavours – you simply can’t go wrong!
Quinoa fattoush
Fresh, wholesome and tasty – this delicious quinoa fattoush ticks all the boxes and will have you coming back for more!
Salmon and quinoa salad
Enjoy this deliciously fresh salmon and quinoa salad for lunch or dinner any night of the week.
Cauliflower ‘couscous’
Infusing quinoa with nuts, feta, currents, herbs and a lemon twinge, this cauliflower couscous has superfood nutrition. Hearty enough to enjoy as a main or serve alongside your favourite meat.
Zucchini quinoa salad with candied walnuts and haloumi
A healthy and delicious zucchini quinoa salad with candied walnuts and haloumi.
Quinoa falafel with green tahini
This healthy Lebanese-inspired falafel platter is absolutely mouth-watering served with a summery heirloom tomato salad and pita breads.
Baked apples and raspberries with quinoa almond crumble
The combination of tender baked apples, tart raspberries and a wonderfully crumbly quinoa and almond topping makes this healthy fruit dish perfect for dessert, brunch or a sweet snack.
Quinoa salad with haloumi and pomegranate
Fresh pomegranate seeds can sometimes be found in the fridge section of supermarkets or good green grocers. If unavailable, cut a whole pomegranate in half and scrape the seeds from flesh with your fingers while holding the pomegranate upside down in a bowl of cold water; the seeds will sink and the white pith will […]
Carrot, feta and quinoa tarts with salsa verde
Carrot, feta and quinoa tarts with salsa verde.
Indian-spiced quinoa cakes with tomatoes
Quinoa earns superfood status as it boasts an impressive nutritional profile. It has double the protein of rice and provides all of the essential amino acids the building blocks of protein. Note
Balsamic-roasted pumpkin and red quinoa salad
Red quinoa (pronounced keen-wa), is the seed of a leafy plant similar to spinach. Quinoa is gluten-free and has a delicate, slightly nutty taste and chewy texture; it is available from health food stores and in the health food aisle at larger supermarkets. You could also use white quinoa. Rinse it well before boiling. To […]
Mediterranean grain salad with honey cumin labne
Labne is yoghurt that has been drained of whey. A short draining time, results in a thick, creamy yoghurt, while a longer one, will achieve the consistency of a soft yoghurt-cheese, that can be rolled into balls. You can make your own or buy it from supermarkets. Note
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