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Tag: Quinoa

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week I’ve been on a quinoa kick recently! A healthy and quick meal prep I often do each Sunday evening is boil a couple cups of tricolor quinoa to add to my vegan bowls for my weekly dinners. Quinoa has the texture and ‘feel’ of rice and is a good source of…

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    Healthy Recipe of the Week Saucy Chickpeas and Quinoa I love how the color of red quinoa pops out in this bowl! However, white or tri-color quinoa tastes just as yummy.  You can also swap the quinoa for any other cooked grain such as, bulgar, farro, or wheat berries. Ingredients 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil…

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    Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week The days are short, chilly, and brisk and more Christmas trees and holiday lights are up and lit. Time to prep a healthful, festive dish! Pomegranate Tabouli Ingredients 2 cups Bulgar (cooked) (*may substitute for Quinoa, Brown Rice, or Couscous) 1/2 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped)(*may substitute for Cilantro) 1/4 cup Almonds…

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    Healthy Recipe of the Week For anyone who overindulged in turkey and all the fixings yesterday and is craving a different taste or a lighter, more healthful meal, this recipe is for you! Quinoa and Winter Fruit Salad Ingredients  1 cup Quinoa (*Tricolor or Regular) 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive…

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    Healthy Recipe of the Week Are you seeking a quick, inexpensive lunch, weeknight dinner, or salad to bring to your next summer potluck? Barbecue Chicken Quinoa Salad Ingredients 1 1/2 cups Quinoa (cooked) (*may substitute with Farro, Bulgar, or Brown Rice, or combine all three) 1/2 cup Corn (fresh, cut from the cob) 1/2 cup Black…

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    Healthy Recipe of the Week A healthful festive fare to serve at your next holiday gathering. Quinoa and Winter Fruit Tabouli Ingredients 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest 1/4 teaspoon Salt 2 cups Quinoa (cooked) (1) handful of Parsley and Mint (chopped) 1/2 cup Orange (chopped) 1/2…

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    Healthy Recipe of the Week Baked Lentils with Lemon Herb Salmon Vegetarian, vegan, or plant-based diet? Omit the salmon for a healthy, protein-rich, plant-based meal! To add more protein, swap the salmon for tofu, edamame, or tempeh and top with nuts and seeds of choice. Ingredients 1 cup Black Lentils 1 cup Red Quinoa 4 cups…

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    Healthy Recipe of the Week Let’s continue to celebrate Fall with another squash recipe! Quinoa-Stuffed Acorn Squash * Special thank you to wellness expert and senior Peloton instructor, Emma Lovewell for sharing this yummy Fall recipe! As I create the post, I am preparing this same recipe for my Mom and I. Like Emma, Fall…

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    Healthy Recipe of the Week Teriyaki Salmon and Rice Bowl Not a fan of salmon? Swap with skinless, grilled chicken, tofu, or add more edamame! Ingredients (1) 1.5 cup Cooked Jasmine Rice (*may substitute for rice of choice or quinoa) 2 teaspoons Avocado Oil 12 ounces Skinless Salmon Filet (cut into cube pieces) 1 tablespoon Honey 1 tablespoon…

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    Healthy Recipe of the Week Winter Opal® Quinoa Salad Ingredients 1 cup Pomegranate Arils (divided) 4 ounce Goat Cheese (crumbled, divided) 1/2 cup Pistachios (crushed or chopped, divided) 2 cups Red Quinoa (cooked) 2 cups Beets (pickled or cooked, chopped) 2 cups Opal® Apples (corned, chopped) 2 cups Baby Spinach (chopped) Handful of Green Onions or…