This is a recipe that I have enjoyed numerous times. I first tried it at a gathering and my friend gave everyone the recipe. The quinoa is served chilled and is a delightful side to bring to any gathering. What I enjoy most about this salad is how adaptable it is. You can add or substitute ingredients and it still will taste good. I recently went to a party and brought this dish, but was out … [Read more...]
Creamy Quinoa Risotto
This fall has been filled with delicious new meals, and this is one of them! The recipe makes enough for about 4-6 meals, so I was lucky to get to bring leftovers with me to school for the days following. Yum! My usual school lunch is a toss between fresh fruit or a big salad (or both), so I was excited to have a warm and savory lunch for a few days. I used quinoa instead of rice (although, … [Read more...]
Black Bean Wraps with Chunky Mango Salsa
This chunky salsa can be used for a multitude of meals. I tossed it together to pair with some sliced bell peppers, and the combination was explosive! This sweet, chunky salsa would be great with a bowl of quinoa and black beans, on a fresh salad, or scooped onto slices of cucumber, crackers, or chips. I decided to make wraps with this and they turned out to be great. The freshness of this … [Read more...]