Northern Quinoa

aimaud:

Made this tonight.  It was amazingggg xx

postgradslump:

i’m going to a potluck dinner on friday and i think i’m going to make this!

it’s basically quinoa with zucchini, arugula, tomatoes and a mint vinaigrette. i can definitely do the salad, it’s just the vinaigrette i’m scared i’m going to mess up! but, it seems simple enough. wish me luck!

(& consider this a warning to anyone reading this that may be in attendance)

[via authentic suburban gourmet]

maptohealth:

Zesty Shrimp and Quinoa

This tasty, simple, and satisfying meal makes the perfect weeknight dinner for easy entertaining. Along with being a taste-bud pleaser, this blend of shrimp, quinoa, and onions is a great source of high-quality protein and potassium, which is always a plus!

Serves 2

What You’ll Need:

1 cup raw shrimp (fresh or frozen and defrosted)
1 cup quinoa
1 red onion, thinly sliced
½ teaspoon pepper
1 clove garlic, finely minced
½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2-3 dashes hot sauce (optional)

What To Do:

1. Make the sauce: In a medium sized bowl, combine soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, pepper, garlic, and hot sauce (if using). Stir until well blended and set aside.

2. Make quinoa: Combine 1 cup dry quinoa and 1 3/4 cup water in a pot. Bring to boil, cover, and reduce to a simmer for 10 minutes, or until quinoa is cooked and tender. Remove from heat and set aside.

2. While quinoa is cooking, begin cooking the shrimp: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and onions to pan.

3. When the shrimp begin to turn pink, add the sauce to the pan and continue to cook, stirring frequently.

4. When shrimp is cooked through, add quinoa to the pan, and stir until well combined. Top with a drizzle of soy sauce or a squeeze of lime, and enjoy!

foodiephotos:

(via GARNET PILAF - SPROUTED KITCHEN - A Tastier Take on Whole Foods)

healthynutcase:

Quinoa Tabbouleh

gastrogirl:

healthy quinoa burger.

wakeupthinspiration:

Chocolate Chip Quinoa Trail Mix Balls

makes about 14 bite-sized balls

Ingredients:

1 cup old fashioned or quick-cooking oats, dry

1/4 cup quinoa, dry + 3/4 cup water

1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut

1/3 cup unsalted sunflower seeds

1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

1/3 cup dried cherries, raisins or cranberries

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 tsp sea salt

1 tbsp peanut butter

1/3 cup honey

Directions:

Combine the quinoa and water in a small saucepot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 12 minutes, until quinoa has absorbed all the liquid. Fluff and scoop quinoa into a large mixing bowl.

Add sunflower seeds, oats, dried cherries and coconut to quinoa and mix well. Bring honey to a simmer on the stove then stir in the vanilla extract and pour on top of nuts and seeds. Mix until well combined.

Let mixture cool before adding the chocolate chips, peanut butter and sea salt. Mix well with your hands so the peanut butter is evenly dispersed but be careful not to melt the chocolate chips!

Using wet hands, gently roll mixture into golf ball-sized balls. Place balls on a plate and chill for at least two hours until firm.

Time:

2 1/2 hours (includes time to chill)

Recipe by: http://www.eatliverun.com/chocolate-chip-quinoa-trail-mix-balls/

my-baking-blog:

Cheesy Quinoa Bites

veganhannah:

(via Pineapple Fried Quinoa. ..In a Boat! - Healthy. Happy. Life.)

Oh My God. In My Mouth Now

Easy and healthy…. just the way I like it;)