Don't worry about the pronunciation, "key-nwah", just read on for some great reasons you should put this ancient Incan superfood on your list of grocery staples today!
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| One of nature's most perfect foods :) |
1. Rich in amino acids- that means this tasty powerhouse is loaded with protein, the macro-nutrient building block of our bodies.
2. Relative to leafy-green vegetables like spinach & Swiss Chard- a great source of phyto-nutrients, with many protective anti-oxidants for cancer, diabetes & heart disease prevention.
3. These fluffy & nutty little grains are tasty as all get-out...I rarely recommend anything that isn't totally yummy!
*See for yourself just some of the amazing nutrients in these little wonders, & they're low-cal too!
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| Love that nerdy science stuff! |
Basic Quinoa Recipe...
Couldn't be easier! I recommend rinsing briefly, then the ratio is 1 part quinoa+ 2 parts liquid (water, broth, almond milk, etc.). Bring mixture to a low boil, cover & simmer for 30 minutes...Voila!
*There's lots you can do with this wonder-grain...
1. Combine cooked chilled quinoa with pinto beans, pumpkin seeds, scallions, tomatoes & coriander. Season to taste and enjoy this south-of-the-border inspired salad.
2. Add nuts and fruits to cooked quinoa and serve as breakfast porridge.
3. Add quinoa to your favorite vegetable soups.
4. Ground quinoa flour can be added to cookie or muffin recipes.
Yummy Warm Breakfast Porridge...
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1- 1&1/2 cups almond milk
- 1-2 tablespoons brown sugar, honey, maple syrup or agave nectar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Top with nuts, fruit, cacao nibs, ground hemp seeds, flax seeds, bee pollen, etc, etc...just follow however you feel!
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| Breakfast for lunch today! |
*Make a big pot of quinoa at the start of the week & have fun with these easy creations. Big time savers & super healthy, my favorite combo!
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