Have you tried Red Quinoa yet? This heart healthy, exotic grain can up your nutrition and salad game at the same time! It’s mild nutty flavor makes red quinoa a great addition to salads, soups or a side dish of its own.
Red Quinoa is full of lysine found in red quinoa helps with tissue repair and growth.High protein and fiber content in red quinoa delays keeps you feeling fuller and more satisfied than white rice. Red quinoa also provides a rich source of complete protein for vegans and vegetarians.
Since it is gluten-free, red quinoa suits those who cannot eat gluten-rich foods and who avoid dairy products. The high manganese content helps to regulate blood sugar levels and maintain strong and healthy bones.
How to Cook: .
- Rinse your quinoa! Always rinse and rinse your grains before cooking.
- Boil 2 cups of water for every 1 cup of uncooked Quinoa.
- Once your water is boiling, add the quinoa, a tablespoon of oil (or butter!) cover and let simmer (just like rice!) for 15 minutes.
- Check the water level as you get close to time to make sure it’s not cooking too fast.
- Once cooked, spread out the quinoa over a large surface area to allow it to cool quickly and not become mushy. Gently fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork.
- Lightly coat with oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper (or even some lemon!) to taste.