The International Year of Quinoa

The International Year of Quinoa

A central principle of the Southern Willamette Valley Bean and Grain Project is the examination of bean, grain, and cooked seed varieties that can be added to those that are by now grown in the Willamette Valley. The objective is to augment the diversity of staple crops as a means to add resilience to the […]

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Is Quinoa Paleo?

Is Quinoa Paleo?

Quinoa is a trendy food item these days, and a lot of people seem to be persuaded that it falls into the group of paleo friendly foods. We determined to take an in depth look at this subject and find out whether or not it fits into the paleo diet plan. What Is Quinoa? Quinoa […]

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From The Quinoa Kitchen: Cranberry Quinoa Salad

From The Quinoa Kitchen: Cranberry Quinoa Salad

I love the grain called quinoa (pronounced keen-wah in case you were wondering) to be used in a number of recipes in mine. It’s a high-carb, nutrient-dense and high-protein grain that cooks and tastes just great. This is an extremely trendy recipe from my cookbook, and is one of my preferred ways to cook quinoa. […]

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Can Breadcrumbs In A Meatloaf Be Replaced With Raw Quinoa?

Can Breadcrumbs In A Meatloaf Be Replaced With Raw Quinoa?

Quinoa is usually a go-to product for those people who avoid gluten, as quinoa is a seed and not a grain. It is normally used the similar way pasta or rice is used, however quinoa is exclusive in that it can serve a diversity of functions, including acting as an alternative for breadcrumbs. Quinoa Quinoa […]

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Quinoa Steps In

Quinoa Steps In

Having just fallen in love with the nutty taste of red quinoa I’ve been searching ways to utilize the ancient grain. Updating a pet recipe seemed like an excellent start. The dish, named East Indian rice, was clipped around 20 years ago from a newspaper whose name, along with the name of the person who […]

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Quinoa Preparation Tips- Frequently Asked Questions

Quinoa Preparation Tips- Frequently Asked Questions

In this article, we will be answering some of the most frequently asked questions regarding quinoa preparation or cooking, usually asked by the users. Q: My packet of red quinoa instructs to rinse the quinoa numerous times then wash before cooking. What’s the difference? A: It must be noted that good-for-you food such as quinoa […]

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Quinoa- A Safe Grain For People Facing Celiac Disease

Quinoa- A Safe Grain For People Facing Celiac Disease

People having celiac disease exhibit an immune response in their small intestine when they take protein gluten, which is present in grains like wheat, rye and barley. Quinoa is usually considered as a part of a gluten-free diet, however prior research conducted in laboratory had suggested that it may not be beneficial for celiac disease […]

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Salads Made Easy With Quinoa

Salads Made Easy With Quinoa

Energetic, super-healthy quinoa is enormously versatile. Here are some of the best quinoa usages in recipes for salads.  Get nutty-tasting grain, from perfect vegetarian major courses to light and tasty picnic sides. Lemony Quinoa Salad served with Shaved Vegetables: Ingredients: 8 large red radishes 1 small black radish 1 medium peeled carrot 1 medium cored […]

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Quinoa- Being Portrayed As A Controversial Thing

Quinoa- Being Portrayed As A Controversial Thing

A lot of quinoa-lovers have hit the existential slides in recent times, thanks to a story published in the Guardian regarding the evidently negative effects of purchasing imported quinoa. The appetite of the states such as ours for this granule has pushed up its prices to such a level that poorer people living in Bolivia […]

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Quinoa Preparation Tips

Quinoa Preparation Tips

Quinoa is a popular grain, which is a part of our meals, especially breakfast. Because of being a super food, offering number of healthy nutrients, it is often recommended by experts to lose weight and regulate body functioning. However, cooking quinoa is somewhat technical and it must be kept in mind that cooking quinoa in […]

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