Quinoa (“keen wah”), an ancient grain, is a complete protein. The Incas called it the “mother grain”.
Don’t overcook quinoa or you’ll end up with mush-like goo.
Basic recipe:
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups of water
Directions: put quinoa in saucepan, add water and bring to boil. Cover, reduce heat to low and simmer 15 minutes to tender stage.
Smashed Banana Quinoa
You’ll need:
- 1 cup Quinoa – cooked
- ½ cup Yogurt – plain
- ½ Banana
- Dash of cinnamon
Directions:
Mash banana in a bowl. Stir in quinoa and yogurt. Sprinkle cinnamon on top. About two servings.
Variations: Substitute nutmeg, ginger or vanilla for
cinnamon. Use cooked mashed apples, peaches or apricots instead of
banana. Experiment with various flavored yogurts, such as strawberry,
blueberry or cherry.
