How to make quinoa

Quinoa is an amazing grain and superfood. It's originally from Peru/Andes Mountains where it's called "the gold of the Incas."

In the past few years, the demand for quinoa has increased in the US and around the world because of its benefits. Here are some:

1. It's gluten-free (good for celiac disease or your body doesn't digest gluten very well).
2. Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
3. Good source of magnesium.
4. Great source of manganese (45% DV)
5. Good source of protein.
6. Good source of fiber.
7. Contains iron.
8. ETC...

So, quinoa is one of the best grains out there. Use it instead of rice or couscous! Research has shown that quinoa might be an anti-cancer food because of its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. 

Finally, it's really easy to make!

You'll need:

- 1 or 2 cups of white, red or black quinoa.

- Water

- Salt to taste 

How to make it:

- Rinse the quinoa (this will remove the bitter tasting coating it sometimes has).

- For every 1 cup of quinoa, use 2 cups of water. 

- Bring water and quinoa to a boil and then lower heat to medium/low for about 10-15 minutes. 

- Quinoa will be ready when you see a "curly" tail (germ) separating from the seed. It will be fluffy.

1 cup of uncooked quinoa = about 3 cups of cooked quinoa!

Oscar waiting for some quinoa to fall on the floor

Pam & Oscar