Breakfast is the most important meal – and it should be the most delicious too! This simple porridge gives you a nutrient boost to start the day. For busy mornings, cook the quinoa the night before so it's ready to pop right into the pan. Quinoa triples in volume when it cooks, so you'll need a third of a cup of uncooked quinoa to make one cup cooked.
Breakfast of Champions! Change up your morning routine with this delicious and nutritious granola where protein-packed quinoa takes centre stage.
Keep uncooked quinoa fresh by refrigerating it in an airtight container for up to six months. You can refrigerate cooked quinoa for up to three days.
Middle Eastern tabbouleh is usually made with cracked bulgur wheat. By using quinoa (actually a seed that is an excellent source of iron), this salad becomes gluten-free.
Nourish your body with this vegetarian bowl that boasts protein-packed quinoa, antioxidant-rich beets, detoxifying kale and a side of halloumi cheese for a bit of texture.
These nut-free treats are chewy and packed with flavour, thanks to the tasty fruit and toasted quinoa, which also add fibre and protein to stave off hunger. Pack one in her knapsack for snack emergencies!
Humble cooked quinoa gets a boost from vibrant, sweet oranges and peppery arugula. You'll want to make this salad all season long. Serve with our tender Fig Balsamic-Glazed Chicken Thighs for a tasty meal.
Quinoa gives any stir-fry a modern twist and an enjoyable chewy texture. The stems on shiitake mushrooms are woody and not nice to eat, so make sure to remove and discard them before you slice the caps.
By Cindy Ball, Vancouver
Cook of The Year 2009 Winner, Vegetarian category
Cindy layers roasted and sautéed vegetables between three highly flavoured quinoa mixtures to create a colourful vegetarian “lasagna.” This dish was invented not only for her oldest daughter (the lone vegetarian in a household of meat lovers), but also so the whole family could enjoy more vegetarian meals.
Protein-packed quinoa takes the place of rice in this everyday quick-prep meal. If you're not vegan, top it with a fried egg for even more flavour. Switch up the vegetables with whatever you have on hand.
