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ISBN: Print 978-1-942411-08-6 eBook 978-1-942411-71-0 Quinoa for Every Day 5 Unexpected Ways to Enjoy Quinoa Quinoa is a superfood in more ways than one: Not only is it a gluten-free health-booster packed with nutrients, it’s a delicious everyday grain (actually, the edible seed of a grain) that can please anyone, from dedicated vegans to die-hard carnivores. Here are just a few of the unexpected ways you’ll learn to enjoy quinoa. Blended in a smoothie: You can blend raw quinoa into a smoothie for a high-protein, high-fiber snack or meal any time of the day. You’ll find a whole chapter on quinoa smoothies in these pages, but the Frozen Super-Berry Smoothie (here) is a great place to start. As a movie night treat: Popped quinoa (here) makes a delicious and healthy snack, perfect for movie night in place of popcorn. You can also sprinkle popped quinoa on yogurt or oatmeal for texture and crunch. In granola: Quinoa granola bars? Yes, please. Raw quinoa adds great texture to granola. Take this combination one step further with Super-Powered Granola Bars (here) and enjoy a high-protein snack great for a hike or a lazy day outside. In dessert: Quinoa is a satisfying way to make your favorite desserts gluten-free. Sweet treats and quinoa are a winning pair, and these amazing Double-Chocolate Brownies (here) are a good place to start. In sushi: Quinoa makes a satisfying and nutritious rice substitute, as evidenced in these delicious Quinoa California Rolls (here). Contents Quinoa for Every Day Introduction Go Against the Grain The Very Basics Stovetop Quinoa Steamer / Rice Cooker Quinoa Slow Cooker Quinoa Microwave Quinoa Toasted Quinoa Quinoa Flour Sprouted Quinoa Chicken Stock Marinara Sauce Balsamic Vinaigrette Lemon-Thyme Vinaigrette Tarragon-Dijon Vinaigrette Citrus Dressing Cilantro-Lime Dressing Harissa-Cinnamon Dressing Sesame-Ginger Dressing Breakfast Toasty Quinoa Granola Crispy Quinoa-Maple Cold Cereal Quinoa with Mango, Strawberries, Green Grapes & Yogurt Hot Apple-Cinnamon Quinoa with Pecans Quinoa Pudding with Strawberries & Pistachios Creamy Chai-Spiced Quinoa Quinoa-Yogurt Parfait with Peaches & Blueberries Quinoa-Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes Ecuadorian Quinoa-Banana Cakes Quinoa Waffles with Cherries, Strawberries & Almond Butter Savory Quinoa-Zucchini Egg Muffins with Mushrooms & Feta Quinoa Crust Quiche with Pancetta & Melted Onions Quinoa with Asparagus, Snow Peas, Fried Egg & Ajvar Low-Country Quinoa “Grits” with Shrimp Vegetable Omelet with Quinoa & Goat Cheese Smoothies Homemade Quinoa Milk Frozen Super-Berry Smoothie Tropical Fruit Shake Classic Strawberry-Banana Smoothie Green Smoothie Supreme Carrot-Orange Immune Infusion Green Tea–Avocado Antioxidant Shake Blueberry-Kiwifruit Smoothie Chocolate-Cherry Protein Shake Banana-Almond Energy Shake Snacks & Sides Simple Quinoa Pilaf Creamy Parmesan-Garlic Quinoa Quinoa Pilaf with Wild Rice & Mushrooms Red Quinoa with Toasted Pecans & Rosemary Quinoa Superfood Bites Quinoa “Mashed Potatoes” Quinoa with Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Bacon Quinoa Curry with Lentils & Cauliflower Quinoa Loaf with Chard & Broccoli Black Quinoa with Peas & Mint Quinoa Thanksgiving Stuffing Quinoa-Jalapeño Cornbread Lemon-Spinach Quinoa Linguine Rainbow Quinoa Fusilli with Artichoke Hearts Quinoa Mac ’n’ Cheese Quinoa Sliders with Goat Cheese & Roasted Tomatoes Cucumber Boats Stuffed with Red Quinoa & Parmesan Quinoa-Crusted Tartlets with Mushrooms & Frizzled Prosciutto Quinoa Canapés with Cream Cheese, Smoked Salmon & Capers Cheesy Ecuadorian Quinoa Balls with Cilantro Dip Sweet Potato & Cranberry Quinoa Cakes Super-Powered Granola Bars Movie-Night Rainbow Quinoa “Popcorn” Quinoa Chips with Hot Pepper Dip Salads Quinoa with Asparagus & Shaved Parmesan Quinoa with Baby Spinach & Blue Cheese Garden Quinoa with Summer Squash & Tomatoes Rainbow Quinoa Tricolore Salad Quinoa-Cabbage Slaw Super-Quinoa with Sweet Potatoes Black Quinoa with Corn Salsa & Pepitas Holiday Quinoa with Oranges & Kale Rainbow Quinoa with Red, Black & Green Beans Moroccan-Style Quinoa with Chickpeas & Roasted Carrots Red Quinoa with Radishes & Apple Quinoa with Avocado & Orange Peppers Mediterranean Quinoa with Olives & Feta Quinoa with Apricots & Pistachios