12 more interesting ways to use quinoa

1. In a vegetarian frittata.

Ready is just over a half-hour, this meatless main is an easy vegetarian favourite in our kitchen. Get the recipe.

2. In a breakfast parfait.

In this recipe, puffed quinoa and a mixture of nuts and seeds replace the rolled-oat layer of many traditional parfaits. Get the recipe.

3. In a filling, healthy lunch wrap.

You can't go wrong with a wrap that's packed with superfoods (beets, carrots, quinoa), under 500 calories and ready in 25 minutes. Get the recipe.

4. In a veggie burger.

Embrace this filler-free, super-nutritious quinoa-veggie burger. Sandwiched between two grilled portobello mushrooms, it’s got healthy and tasty covered. Get the recipe.

5. In porridge.

A surprisingly good pinch-hitter if you're low on oatmeal (or just want to try something different.) Get the recipe.

6. In chocolate cupcakes.

We're not kidding! a 1/3 cup white quinoa goes into these chocolatey treats. Get the recipe.

7. In homemade granola.

We filled this baked granola with every superfood in the pantry. The result is a deliciously addictive mix that packs a whopping 10 g of protein and 5 g of fibre in every serving. Get the recipe.

8. On crispy chicken tenders.

Puffed quinoa and chia seeds coat these chicken pieces for a little superfood boost to dinner. Get the recipe.

9. In a Thai-tofu bowl.

Low in calories, high in flavour, and perfect for lunch tomorrow. Get the recipe.

10. In your breakfast crepes.

And, they’re low-sugar, high-protein, and loaded with anti-oxidants and omega-3s. Get the recipe.

11. In a hearty soup.

This is one of our most popular soups (conventiently made with common pantry staples). Try it tonight! Get the recipe.

12. As a risotto.

Shiitake mushrooms, grated parmesan, thyme, garlic and white wine make this a superbly savoury, umami-rich risotto. Get the recipe.

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