Quinoa is undoubtedly a true superfood. Originating in Bolivia and Peru, quinoa is often called “the golden grain of the Incas”, and is actually not a true grain, as it’s not a member of the grass family, but a pseudocereal closely related to amaranth. What’s awesome about quinoa is that it’s very high in protein, low in sugar and totally gluten free! So all you anti-gluten people grab a bag of quinoa and get cookin! Here’s a great “risotto” recipe to get you going.

 

Ingredients:

6 spoonfuls olive oil

1 onion, finely chopped

1 red pepper, finely chopped

1 cup quinoa

½ cup white wine

salt & pepper

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

¼ bunch parsley, finely chopped

 

Directions

Rinse the quinoa and set aside to dry. Sauté the onion & the red pepper in a non-stick pan using half of the olive oil. Add the quinoa and mix thoroughly. Pour in the wine. When the alcohol has fully steamed off add about 3 cups of water and lower the heat. When the quinoa is fully cooked add the salt & pepper, the rest of the oil and the cheese. Mix and remove immediately from the heat. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.