Quinoa can be used for sweet or savory dishes. It is packed full of 8 different amino acids (proteins). You can buy quino in a variety of colors. I will often keep a pot of quinoa in the fridge so it is available whenever I need it. You can add it to salads, soups or as a side dish for meals or just a quick snack. Add any sauce or seasonings you would like. You can cook it in the mornings with vanilla, a splash of milk (any kind), cinnamon and raisins just like a bowl of oatmeal. I will eat it with a diced up boiled egg mixed in and fresh mozzarella crumbled over the top. Check out my site for a variety of quinoa recipes. (To the right on the side bar there is a label for "quinoa".) The possibilities are endless. Maybe you have already discovered the joy of quinoa!
Complements: Feeding the Whole Family
1 cup quinoa
1/2 tsp. sea salt
1 3/4 cups water
Rinse quinoa with water and drain. (The surface of quinoa has a chemical called, saponin. This is a natural coating. It can have a bitter, soapy taste.) Place rinsed quinoa, salt, and water in a 2 quart pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer 15 to 20 minutes (usually closer to 15 minutes). Don't stir the grain while it is cooking. Test for doneness by tilting the pan to one side, making sure all of the water has been absorbed. I usually remove it from the heat, crack the lid and let it sit another 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving. Enjoy!
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