These 25 quinoa recipes give you a big boost of wholesome protein no matter the time of day! Enjoy breakfast bars, hearty salads, flavorful entrees, and so much more.
Quinoa is a protein-packed pantry staple that’s quick to cook, naturally gluten-free, and endlessly versatile. This roundup of delicious quinoa recipes will help you turn this humble seed into over two dozen satisfying meals and snacks!
The impressive nutrition profile and adaptability of quinoa has quickly earned it a top spot in our pantry. It's rich in plant-based protein, fiber, and tons of essential nutrients, so we love building our meals around it. You'll find fresh salads, nourishing grain bowls, comforting soups, and breakfast bakes and parfaits in this well-rounded list of quinoa recipes.
How do you cook quinoa?
Quinoa is super easy to cook, freezes easily, and reheats wonderfully, so it's an obvious choice to add to your meal prep rotation! Whether you choose to cook it on the stove, in a rice cooker, or with an Instant Pot, you can have delicious, fluffy quinoa ready for any of these recipes in no time. In general, it will involve just three steps: Rinsing, Cooking, and Resting.
What does quinoa taste like?
To me, quinoa tastes similar to brown rice but with a slightly nuttier flavor. If you forget to rinse it, though, you will notice a very bitter flavor due to the saponin -- It's a natural coating on the seeds that isn't very pleasant. A quick rinse is all you need to remove that, though!
Breakfast Quinoa Recipes
Quinoa Salads
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