Quinoa (pronounced kinwa)
A complete protein offering from this humble little seed, also known as a psuedo grain makes it a great add-in to many dishes, sweet or savory. Quinoa cooks quickly and is available in most grocery stores. This seed has taken a solid stance in the world of gluten free eating and vegetarians looking for complete protein alternatives. It comes in a variety of colors with the red being sweet and nutty in flavor.The following link provides more information in detail http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quinoa.
Try something new for breakfast..I loved it but then maybe I am a little nutty :-)
Berry Nutty Quinoa
Deerfield Spa
Serves 4
1 c non-fat or non-dairy milks (soy, almond...)
1 c water
1 c red quinoa (rinsed)
2 c fresh blackberries
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/3 c chopped pecans, roasted
Natural Sweetener: honey, stevia, agave nectar.
Directions: Combine milk, water and quinoa in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium low, cover and simmer 15 minutes. Turn off heat and let it stand 5 minutes. Roast pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat 3 minutes. Stir blackberries and cinnamon into quinoa, transfer to 4 bowls and top with pecans. Drizzle sweetener over each serving.
1 c non-fat or non-dairy milks (soy, almond...)
1 c water
1 c red quinoa (rinsed)
2 c fresh blackberries
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/3 c chopped pecans, roasted
Natural Sweetener: honey, stevia, agave nectar.
Directions: Combine milk, water and quinoa in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium low, cover and simmer 15 minutes. Turn off heat and let it stand 5 minutes. Roast pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat 3 minutes. Stir blackberries and cinnamon into quinoa, transfer to 4 bowls and top with pecans. Drizzle sweetener over each serving.
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