Quinoa is often considered as a superfood with great health benefits. If you are wondering what Quinoa is, then Quinoa  is defined as a pseudocereal which is primarily a grain crop. It’s a completely gluten-free and is high in protein. If you are on the road to lose some weight or want to add a healthy source of protein to your diet, then quinoa will surely help you achieve that. Being a grain it’s the perfect addition to a Vegan’s diet as well as on a Vegetarian’s diet. It helps the body to get the much needed protein without indulging in Animal Proteins. Here’s a few easy quinoa recipes for you to try the next time you crave Quinoa:

Easy Quinoa Recipes:

Sweet Potato & Quinoa Turkey Chili:

Chili makes for a perfect mexican dish to enjoy any day. For this recipe a crock pot was used to cook the dish slowly. To make this dish the required ingredients are ground turkey, shalots, onions, garlic cloves, chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, baked beans, uncooked quinoa, sweet potato, chili powder, cumin, paprika, red chili flakes, shredded monterey jack cheese, chopped avocado , tortilla chips and green onions. See the Recipe by IOWA Girl Eats

Chicken and Quinoa Bowl :

If you’re trying to lose weight or incorporate a healthier alternative to the usual fat rich foods then this is a great choice. This filling and healthy bowl of quinoa with Chicken, Garlic sautéed Veggies and Pine Nuts. Here’s how You can make it HERE

Quinoa Crusted Chicken Parmesan:

Contrary to popular beliefs , there’s a whole lot of different ways one can use Quinoa in their diet. And it can be used to make a whole lot of dishes. You can use it instead o your usual breadcrumbs like in the recipe here and make a Crispy Baked Quinoa Coated Chicken Parmesan.

Quinoa Chili Recipe:

If you’re craving some hot chili then here’s a healthy Quinoa Chili recipe to help you stay fit while savoring it. Make this Hot ans spicy recipe using boneless chicken breasts, flour, eggs, cooked quinoa, italian seasoning blend, Mozzarella cheese, Parmigiano and Reggiano cheese, marinara sauce and basil . Get the Recipe from Closet Cooking

Salad with Chickpeas, Black Beans and Quinoa :

Keeping quinoa as a secondary ingredient in your salad maybe the best way to savor quinoa on a daily diet. Make a quinoa salad with chickpeas, black beans, quinoa and lemon-cumin vinaigrette. Check out this recipe at The Right Recipe

Quinoa Burger, Thai style :

Vegan Burgers make for a great option for your daily diet and this Thai Quinoa Burger will surely be a hearty choice. This vegan burger is made up of ground flax-seed, quinoa, old-fashioned oats, chickpeas, yellow onion, snow peas, cilantro, garlic cloves, red curry paste, soy sauce, agave nectar, cumin, kosher salt, chili paste, burger buns, BBQ sauce, spinach/lettuce and mung bean sprouts.

Quinoa Fried Rice:

Quinoa may become your substitute to Regular rice on a daily basis and it’s a healthy and tasty substitute. It’s made with olive oil, large fried eggs chopped, garlic , onions mushrooms, broccoli, zucchini, frozen corn, frozen peas, carrots, quinoa, grated ginger, soy sauce and onions.

Breakfast Quinoa with Coconut and Almonds:

Flavoring the Quinoa is so easy and here the flavor used is Coconut milk. While cooking Quinoa takes in the flavor completely making it easy to flavor it according to the dish. Here Quinoa is flavored with coconut milk, brown sugar, almond extract, fresh berries, toasted coconut, additional coconut milk, agave syrup.

Black Bean and Quinoa Enchilada Bake

Making a quick meal does not mean you should compensate on the taste. Here’s an easy way to make a meal with uncooked quinoa, onion, garlic, jalapeno, red pepper, orange pepper, corn frozen kernels, lime juice, ground cumin, chili powder, chopped cilantro, black beans, red enchilada sauce, Mexican cheese and for sliced green onions, avocado slices, sour cream.

Chicken quinoa Stew:

Made with Chicken Breast pieces, quinoa, parsley, onion, zucchini, tomatoes and more this stew is a healthy lunchtime dish. Even if you are in a rush making this stew is quite easy and it gets ready in within 20 minutes.

Creamy Caprese Quinoa Bake:

If you are rushing for work or have very less time to prepare your lunch then this easy and fas recipe will help you enjoy quinoa even while you are short of time. Made with cooked quinoa, pasta sauce, tomato paste, heavy cream, parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, grape tomatoes, basil, red pepper and black pepper. See the Recipe HERE

California Quinoa Bowl:

While the Quirky name surely keeps you guessing what’s inside it’s a great dish indeed. Made with red peppers, zucchini, red onion, walnuts, garlic cloves, red pepper flakesm cannelloni beans, avocado, lemon juice, cilantro, quinoa and sprouts. This bowl makes for a perfect way to have a filling lunch without being too worried about calories.

Quinoa Salad Recipes:

Quinoa Avocado Pomegranate Grilled Chicken Salad:

If you’re trying to lose weight or just wanting to have a healthy salad for lunch then this pomegranate, avocado and quinoa grilled chicken salad is a good choice.  All you need are quinoa , chicken breasts, pomegranate, avocado, romaine lettuce, olive oil, lemon, sea salt and black pepper. Simple, Right? See the recipe HERE

Best Quinoa Recipes:

Quinoa Black Bean Wrap:

This copy of the famous Starbucks Wrap is sure to make your family happy. Make it using simple ingredients like uncooked quinoa, vegetable broth, corn kernels, black beans, spices and veganese and creamy havarti cheese. The stuffing is rolled in whole wheat pita pockets .

Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers:

If you’re trying to have some bell peppers for the dinner table then making this Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers may be a great idea. The recipe is made with a Quinoa filling along with lots of feta cheese, pepper jack cheese, black beans, corn kernels, cilantro and spices and stuffed in large bell peppers and baked.

Garlic Butter Shrimp Quinoa

Shrimps are a great way to savor some seafood if you’re craving it. But using quinoa will help it make a tad lot healthier. It’s made with olive oil, chopped onion, minced garlic, uncooked quinoa, chili powder, vegetable/chicken broth, salted butter, raw tail-on shrimp, parsley and fresh lemon juice. See the Recipe from Pinch Of Yum

Quinoa Sushi Rolls:

Quinoa Sushi Rolls are a great off beat recipe to make your Regular Sushi rolls unique. These tasty quinoa sushi rolls are a healthy lunch addition which can be made with tricolor quinoa grains, vegetable stock, almond sunflower and pepita mix, toasted nori, tuna out of a can, mayonnaise, ground chili, cucumber, avocado , ground chili, carrots, snow pea sprouts, eggs and sriracha.

So these were a few Quinoa Recipes we wanted to share with you. Do keep visiting to get more such recipes and ideas. Share with us if you try any of the Recipes.