Quinoa is high in protein and unsaturated fats, and low in carbs and gluten.
INGREDIENTS for Base Recipe
- 1 C quinoa
- 2 C skim milk, water, or chicken broth
STEP BY STEP for Base Recipe
- Soak quinoa in water 2-3 minutes, agitating a bit
- Rinse to wash of natural coating (saponin) which is toxic
- Bring liquid up to a near boil, then stir in quinoa.
- Simmer for ten minutes, then start to drain 5+ minute
Quinoa as a Salad
- Prepare base recipe using chicken broth
- In food processor add one chili, coriander, spinach, mint leaves, and green onions
- Cut chicken in half creating two thin slices
- Use pan or hammer to pound even thinner.
- Sprinkle chicken with paprika, salt, pepper and allspice
- Sear briefly over medium-high heat
- Remove from pan and set aside.
- Toss in different types of chopped bell peppers
- Chop mango into 1 inch pieces
- Plate your quinoa
- Sprinkled with your food processor greens
- Cover with pieces of mango, avocado, and feta
… Or see our recipe on how to make your own cheese - Sprinkle with coriander and watercress and yogurt
- Top with sliced chicken
Quinoa for Breakfast
- Prepare Base Recipe using milk – DO NOT DRAIN
- Add 1-2 TBL brown sugar
- 1 tsp Grandpa’s CinnaSugar®
- Add dried fruit or raisins
- Simmer for 10 more minute