15 Easy Quinoa Recipes

Zesty Quinoa Salad

This refreshing and vibrant salad is perfect for lunch or as a side dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain.
2. In a medium saucepan, bring the quinoa and water to a boil.
3. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
4. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and let it cool.
5. In a large bowl, combine the quinoa with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
7. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers

These colorful bell peppers stuffed with quinoa make a hearty and delicious meal.

Ingredients:

• 4 large bell peppers
• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)

Cooking method:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds.
3. In a saucepan, cook quinoa in vegetable broth according to package instructions.
4. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, tomatoes, cumin, salt, and pepper.
5. Stuff the bell peppers with the quinoa mixture.
6. Place the peppers in a baking dish and cover with foil.
7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, remove the foil, top with cheese if desired, and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.

Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

Start your day with a nutritious and wholesome quinoa breakfast bowl.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups almond milk
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Fresh berries for topping
• Sliced almonds for topping

Cooking method:

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
2. In a small saucepan, combine quinoa and almond milk and bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes or until the almond milk is absorbed.
4. Stir in the honey and vanilla extract.
5. Serve with fresh berries and sliced almonds on top.

Quinoa & Chickpea Stir Fry

This quick and flavorful stir fry is packed with protein and veggies.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 1 cup cooked chickpeas
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

Cooking method:

1. Cook quinoa in water as per package instructions and set aside.
2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
3. Add bell pepper and zucchini, stirring until they begin to soften.
4. Stir in chickpeas and cooked quinoa.
5. Add soy sauce and chili flakes, stir to combine, and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Quinoa Veggie Burgers

These quinoa veggie burgers are both satisfying and healthy.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa, cooked
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup grated carrot
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1 egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for frying

Cooking method:

1. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, bread crumbs, grated carrot, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper.
2. Form mixture into patties.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
4. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown.

Quinoa & Avocado Wraps

Enjoy a simple yet delicious lunch with these quinoa and avocado wraps.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 2 large tortillas
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1 cup lettuce, chopped
• 1 tomato, sliced
• 1/4 cup hummus

Cooking method:

1. Cook quinoa in water according to package instructions.
2. Spread hummus over each tortilla.
3. Layer quinoa, avocado, lettuce, and tomato on top.
4. Roll the tortillas tightly and slice in half.

Quinoa Pudding

Treat yourself to a sweet and creamy quinoa pudding.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups coconut milk
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• Fresh fruit for topping

Cooking method:

1. Rinse quinoa under cold water.
2. In a saucepan, combine quinoa, coconut milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Serve warm or chilled with fresh fruit on top.

Quinoa & Spinach Frittata

This protein-rich frittata is perfect for breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa, cooked
• 6 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 cup spinach, chopped
• 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, beat together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
3. Stir in quinoa, spinach, and feta cheese.
4. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the frittata is set.

Quinoa & Lentil Soup

Warm up with this hearty and nutritious quinoa and lentil soup.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa
• 1 cup lentils, rinsed
• 8 cups vegetable broth
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. In a large pot, sauté onion in a little oil until translucent.
2. Add carrots, celery, cumin, salt, and pepper, cooking for 5 minutes.
3. Stir in quinoa, lentils, and vegetable broth.
4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes or until lentils are tender.

Quinoa & Mushroom Risotto

This creamy quinoa risotto with mushrooms is both comforting and satisfying.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
2. Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté onion and garlic until soft.
3. Add mushrooms and cook until browned.
4. Stir in quinoa and cook for 1-2 minutes.
5. Gradually add vegetable broth, a ladle at a time, stirring frequently until the liquid is absorbed and quinoa is cooked.
6. Stir in Parmesan, salt, and pepper before serving.