Quinoa: What You Need to Know
Let your love for this nutritious seed grow.
Not in the mood for rice, bread or pasta? Looking for the best alternative for those carbohydrates? Grab some Quinoa!
Quinoa (/ˈkiːnwɑː/, from Quechua: kinwa) is a grain crop that has edible seeds. It is high in fiber and Manganese. Fiber helps us digest food faster, which helps us maintain good health and lose weight when necessary.
We’ve heard about Quinoa few years back but no one really paid attention to it except for a few food enthusiasts and those who seriously want to switch to a healthier diet. In 2012, Quinoa patties were introduced as an alternative to burger or meat patties. In 2014, it made a comeback through Instagram and is now a trendy food option for the diet-conscious crowd.
There are many ways to use Quinoa in the kitchen as an alternative to every source of the carbohydrates we are trying to avoid. Here are some creative and tasty ways to prepare Quinoa:
For breakfast: Prepared your Veggie Quinoa Breakfast Bowl by mixing some cheese, bell peppers, mushrooms and broccoli with boiled Quinoa.
For lunch: Stir fry Quinoa seeds with steamed dory and top with garlic and cream.
For snack time: Add Quinoa with oats and creamy milk.
For dinner: Make Quinoa meatballs.
Quinoa is proven to balance blood sugar levels and prevents diabetes. It can act as a very good antioxidant that fights aging and many diseases as well. It is heart-friendly as it lowers the cholesterol level and blood pressure when constantly included in your diet.
Getting used to eating Quinoa can be quite a challenge, but with the right motivation, everyone can surely do it. Try those Quinoa patties now!
