Spring has finally sprung here in Ohio, and for our family, it brings with it a dizzying sports schedule, jam-packed with t-ball, softball, baseball, and soccer. I love that my kids are active, but my talent for getting dinner on the table in a hurry is certainly stretched to its limit by all of these …
Whenever someone asks me why quinoa, one answer always jumps to the front of my mind. Versatility. To me, quinoa is one of those ingredients that goes with everything. From savory appetizers to sweet desserts, I’ve tried it all, and although not all of my dishes are successful, playing around with quinoa has made gluten-free …
This is a quick and healthy Vegan Tomato Bisque that’s made with protein-rich quinoa. Lower in fat and loaded with nutrients, this soup is delicious and family friendly!
School is back in session and I can’t tell you how good it feels to have time to cook dinner again. Our summer was spent at the pool and we rarely made it home in time to prepare a nice dinner before it was time to eat. As exciting as it is to have a …
This zucchini quinoa bread is a healthier take on the classic recipe. The nutty quinoa flour combined with the flavors of cinnamon and vanilla make this one of the best quick bread recipes I’ve made to date! We venture down to the weekend farmer’s market whenever the morning allows. I’d much rather amble amongst plastic …
This simple Mexican Quinoa Salad can be enjoyed as a main dish, or it can be served alongside your favorite Tex-Mex entrees.
These Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers are a great updated Vegetarian Stuffed Pepper version of the classic Stuffed Bell Pepper Recipe. I remember eating stuffed bell peppers as a child. Ours were usually stuffed with a Mexican ground beef, rice and cheese mixture. Consider these Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers an updated version of that classic recipe …
Quinoa “Taco” Salad has all the flavor and protein of a regular taco salad, but is so much healthier. It tastes clean and rich with flavor instead of laden with greasy, over-salted chips and low nutrient lettuce. This version uses a mixture of baby spinach and cilantro as a substitute for iceberg lettuce, a common …