Tag: quinoa

Easy portobello, quinoa and asparagus dinner

Mains

Summer holidays are over, officially at least, now it’s up to us to make the most of the beautiful weather during the weekends!

Even if you are super disciplined, holidays always mean change of eating habits and maybe just maybe going a bit overboard! It’s OK – it’s all part of being human!

So this is the first post holidays dinner I had – easy, virtually fat and calorie free, high in fiber, protein, vitamins A, C, folate, manganase amongst others!

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Moroccan quinoa

Mains

I’m going through a Moroccan phase at the moment – maybe it’s the heat here in Cyprus! I love the spices used in Moroccan cuisine, they are so intense that each bite is so full of flavour. 

Quinoa is a complete protein, peppers are a great source of vitamin c, k, b6 amongst others and aubergines are an excellent source of dietary fiber and antioxidants. Paired with lovely spices, it is a guaranteed success!

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Quinoa stir fry

Mains

I know it’s a bit of a cliche, but I am crazy about superfoods… or if you don’t like the term superfoods, foods that are good for you! Quinoa, Soy beans, Kale, Broccoli,Avocado, Ginger and Turmeric are such foods. So, if you put them all together in a plate… well your body and health love you a bit more!

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Healthy Peanut butter cookies

Snacks

While I was making these cookies I was thinking about how to indulge kids! I think it’s a common issue between mums: how to get their kids to eat healthier snacks. So i tried to combine healthy, nutritious and delicious into these cookies.

Of course is not only for kids, but for adults as well!  Great to have in hand as an indulgence healthy snack or breakfast!

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Quinoa breakfast

Breakfast

Experts say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day! What a better way to start your day with a super breakfast full of protein and fiber! You should hesitate to try quinoa in this sweet version, because it’s so versatile that it really is delicious! Good morning and bon appetite! Continue reading “Quinoa breakfast” →