Quinoa really is a special (and addictive) gluten-free grain alternative. The nutty taste, easy preparation, and sky-high nutrient count are impossible to ignore. I’ve already shared two other quinoa recipes Black Quinoa with Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Tomato Mint Chutney and Italian Style Pizza with Quinoa Crust so it’s obvious I’m a fan. This delicious recipe adds yet another dimension to quinoa; as hot cooked cereal made with……quinoa flakes. That gorgeous seed that looks like a grain and tastes like a nut makes the best breakfast cereal. Don’t get me wrong. I adore cold cereals Super-Charged Breakfast Bowl and smoothies Sunshine Nutrient Smoothie but when I want warm comfort food in […]
Black Quinoa with Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Tomato Mint Chutney
I am always up for trying new things but somehow missed out on black quinoa until just recently. It was an unusually hectic end of the week and I was scurrying through the pantry looking for a quick last minute dinner. I was drawn to a bag full of black sesame seeds (or so I thought). I pulled out the bag and realized it was black quinoa. I recognized the shape and knew it couldn’t be anything else. How had I forgotten about these intimidating little grains in my pantry? I need to try them. Now. I was feeling very capricious. Maybe things have gotten too complacent. Or maybe it […]