Quinoa

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Tex-Mex Quinoa Salad

This versatile salad can be served warm in a tortilla, or as a filling for tacos and burritos.

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An extremely yummy, spicy, Mexican quinoa salad that will keep in the fridge for up to a week! My kids in university love packing this up for their lunch. You have everything you need for a very healthy meal in one dish! Substitute barley for the brown rice if desired. Turtle beans can be substituted for kidney beans.

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Blueberry Quinoa with Lemon Glaze

Healthy alternative if you want some dessert. Good to make night before if using it as a dessert or breakfast item.

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Quinoa Jambalaya

Move over Zatarain's — this quinoa jambalaya is healthier and tastier.

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Quinoa Pilaf with Shredded Chicken

Make a simple pilaf a quick meal by adding shredded chicken.

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Quick Quinoa Chili

Something old, something new! This quick, new-age chili has become quite the favorite in our house! Sure to be a crowd pleaser! Garnish with cheese, onion, sour cream, avocado, etc.

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Garlicky Quinoa and Garbanzo Bean Salad

This dish is a meal in itself-- it contains a good fat (olive oil), green vegetables (broccoli), a whole grain (quinoa), and a protein source (garbanzo beans)! It's also vegan. I usually have this for breakfast or lunch.

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Quinoa Black Bean Burgers

These vegetarian quinoa-black bean burgers are quick and delicious! Serve them on a whole wheat bun with garlic-lemon mayo, fresh spinach leaves, sliced tomato, and caramelized onions.

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Curried Quinoa

This quinoa's light curry flavor with a kick of heat makes it a delicious side dish. For a nutritious main dish, serve it over a bed of steamed greens.

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Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

An easy Mediterranean quinoa salad that's lovely and light with bright lemon and fresh herb flavors. This salad is equally good warm or cold.

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Cranberry and Cilantro Quinoa Salad

I got this cranberry and cilantro quinoa salad recipe from the restaurant my dad built. I love the unique way of cooking the quinoa and the great combinations of flavors.

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Mini Frittatas with Quinoa

Savory bites equally excellent hot or cold. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner.

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Balsamic and Herb Quinoa Salad

Serve this cold quinoa salad with balsamic dressing as a delicious summer side to your favorite grilled meat, or try it alone as a great light lunch. I have been experimenting a lot with quinoa recently, and this is by far my favorite recipe. It's such a nice, healthy alternative to pasta and rice!