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One of my favourite things at the moment is quinoa! If you don’t know what that is, it is a grain-like seed that is full of protein so it is also great for vegetarians!
It is very diverse which means you can have it for breakfast, lunch or dinner (or maybe even dessert) AND it’s good for you! (as it is full of protein it does come with a few extra calories than chicken or other lean meats but they are definitely worth it) Plus it is pretty simple and quick to cook too which is why I love making it after a run or a long day to refuel, without having to wait hours for some decent grub!! (what more could you want?!)
Recently I have been mixing it with chicken and tomato and adding it to wraps (what can I say, I am in training and need the protein! – definitely trying to justify it! it’s just so tasty!) If you are also a wrap fan like me, here are 16 Wrap Filling Ideas to keep you going!
Back to what I was saying! – The only downside is that quinoa can get boring because on it’s own it is quite bland, so I decided to do a roundup of some great recipe’s that inspire me to mix it up a little and make things more interesting so I don’t get tired of it! (did I mention it was packed full of protein!?) this is something you want to keep around.
So without further ado here they are…
1. Lime Cilantro Quinoa
2. Double Bean Quinoa Salad
3. Quinoa Zucchini and Corn in Lemon Butter
4. Cranberry, Chesnut and Quinoa Stuffed Squash
5. Quinoa Breakfast Scramble
6. Quinoa Stuffed Peppers
7. Peruvian Porridge With Quinoa And Amaranth
8. Mediterranean Confetti Quinoa Salad
9. Turkey Sausage Quinoa
10. Broccoli Grain Salad
11. Spicy Red Sriracha Quinoa
12. Power Parfaits and Quinoa Granola
13. Mexican Kale and Quinoa Bake
14. Roast Squash, Avocado and Quinoa Salad
Have you tried quinoa? What’s your favourite recipe?
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I have to say that quinoa burgers are my all time favorite. I’ve always wanted to make quinoa stuffed peppers though. And my mouth is just drooling everywhere looking at that broccoli and grain salad. Yummy!
I love quinoa toobut haven’t cooked with it for a while. Thanks for the inspiration – a great selection! 🙂 #YumTum
I am RUBBISH at cooking quinoa I need an idiots guide. Our local deli does a lovely pomegranate, feta, quinoa and coriander salad.
I love quinoa too! Thanks for all these recipes, I’ll definitely have to try the Mexican kale & quinoa bake. My favourite everything #yumtum
I have never used quinoa in cooking but this has inspired me to give it a go! I am actually trying lentils this week too! #YumTum
ooo i’ll look forward to a recipe with lentils because I never really know what I am doing with them :p !!
I know what it is, but don’t really ever use it. I should really incorporate it into my diet, thanks for the great recipes, and tasty wrap selections Xxx
I love Quinoa, all these quinoa dishes are awesome, difficult to decide which one is best. I am going to try some, because quinoa is very healthy.
Nice round up of recipes. I have a hard time with quinoa – saying it and cooking it! I never feel it is cooked properly when you can still see the little white bits…if you know what I mean :/
I am not a quinoa lover but my daughter-in-law is. Passing these on to her! #yumtumlinky
Some great recipes here, I haven’t tried cooking this myself before but will have to give it a shot with some of these fab ideas! Thanks for sharing!
I love quinoa!! These ideas definitely makes me want to cook some for dinner tonight! 🙂
I have a confession to make… I’ve never tried quinoa!! All these recipes look great though so I will have to try it.
I’m always wondering of ways to spice up Quinoa and wow, here’s so many ideas. Thank you! Love your blog ! #YumTum
I am a vegetarian so some of these options are right up my street! I like the sound of the quinoa stuffed squash!
I am not really a fan of quinoa , I have only tried it once but hated it as I am such a fussy eater. some great ideas for people who enjoy it though x
I have confession to make that we have never actually tried Quinoa here! I think some anxiety over how to pronounce it doesn’t help 😉 This is a great inspiration for some ways we could introduce it though so may give it a try!
I know right is it KEEN-WA or QUIN-O-A… I mean!! it’s tasty though :p
Thanks for including our Quinoa recipe! We love this healthy choice in our menu plan!
I’ve tried quinoa stuffed peppers which were really nice! The zucchini and corn one (courgette and sweetcorn 🙂 ) sounds lovely too!
I’ve never eaten, or touched, Quinoa. My hubby is a major fusspot eater and likes his meat and 2 veg!
Maybe I’ll give it a go. I also like the look of the turkey sausage one…I do love a good sausage (I can’t say that without laughing ) x
I’ve heard of Quinoa. One of our close friends is vegetarian, although admittedly I have never tasted it. Would love to try the turkey sausage quinoa recipe 🙂 x