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19 quinoa recipes that really hit the spot

Swaying from sweet and savoury, and with ideas for every meal of the day (including sneaky snacks).
Quinoa recipes

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Quinoa (keen-wa) seems to be the superfood we all just can’t get enough of, and rightly so.

It’s the seed of a leafy plant similar to spinach. Its cooking qualities are similar to rice, and it’s full of goodness and protein. Naturally gluten-free, high in protein and full of complex, slow-releasing carbohydrates to keep you fuelled for hours.

It’s also an incredibly versatile grain that works just as well in breakfasts as it does in dessert. If you’re stuck for inspiration on how to cook quinoa, then this is for you; scroll through for ideas that will take you from morning to night, and make you rethink this pantry staple.

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quinoa porridge

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Quinoa porridge

Quinoa porridge Healthy, warming and packed full of goodness, this gluten-free porridge is made with the naturally low GI-quinoa to create a nutty, textural breakfast. It’s beautiful topped with fresh fruit and nuts.

baked apples and raspberries with quinoa almond crumble

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Baked apples and raspberries with quinoa almond crumble

Baked apples and raspberries with quinoa almond crumble: The combination of tender baked apples, tart raspberries and a wonderfully crumbly quinoa and crunchy almond topping make this one an all-round winner.

quinoa salad with char-grilled vegetables and tuna

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Quinoa salad with char-grilled vegetables and tuna

Quinoa salad with char-grilled vegetables and tuna

ZUCCHINI QUINOA SALAD WITH CANDIED WALNUTS AND HALOUMI

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Zucchini quinoa salad with candied walnuts and haloumi

Zucchini quinoa salad with candied walnuts and haloumi

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Mushroom, cavolo nero and quinoa risotto

Mushroom, cavolo nero and quinoa risotto

carrot, fetta and quinoa tarts with salsa verde

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Carrot, feta and quinoa tarts with salsa verde

Carrot, feta and quinoa tarts with salsa verde

QUINOA FALAFEL WITH GREEN TAHINI

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Quinoa falafel with green tahini

Quinoa falafel with green tahini: This healthy Lebanese-inspired falafel platter is best served with a summery heirloom tomato salad and pita breads.

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Quinoa, zucchini and feta salad

Quinoa, zucchini and feta salad: Fluffy quinoa comes to life with this herby zucchini and feta dish, with toasted hazelnuts adding crunch and heirloom tomatoes bringing the sweetness and flavour.

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Roast corn and quinoa chowder

Roast corn and quinoa chowder: Quinoa is one of only a handful of vegetarian ingredients that on their own contain all nine essential amino acids, making it a perfect meat substitute. Veg it up by leaving the chicken out of the guacamole.

mediterranean grain salad with honey cumin labne

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Mediterranean grain salad with honey cumin labne

Mediterranean grain salad with honey cumin labne

indian-spiced quinoa cakes with tomatoes

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Indian-spiced quinoa cakes with tomatoes

Indian-spiced quinoa cakes with tomatoes

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Salmon and quinoa salad

Salmon and quinoa salad

quinoa and citrus prawn salad

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Quinoa and citrus prawn salad

Quinoa and citrus prawn salad

balsamic-roasted pumpkin and red quinoa salad

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Balsamic-roasted pumpkin and red quinoa salad

Balsamic-roasted pumpkin and red quinoa salad

quinoa salad with haloumi and pomegranate

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Quinoa salad with haloumi and pomegranate

Quinoa salad with haloumi and pomegranate

Quinoa recipes

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Green quinoa with sesame eggs

Green quinoa with sesame eggs: Full of health-boosting superfoods, and fresh flavours – you simply can’t go wrong.

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Quinoa fattoush

Quinoa fattoush: Fresh, wholesome and tasty – this delicious quinoa fattoush ticks all the boxes and will have you coming back for more.

Cauliflower couscous

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Cauliflower ‘couscous’

Cauliflower ‘couscous’: Infusing quinoa with nuts, feta, currents, herbs and a lemon twinge, gives this superfood nutrition. Hearty enough to enjoy as a main or serve alongside your favourite meat.

quinoa and seed cheese damper

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Quinoa and seed cheese damper

Quinoa and seed cheese damper: Works just as well served with soup or on its own with butter and golden syrup.

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