So true! It's a wonder food and the answer to all of life's problems where eating a nutritional diet is concerned. I've entered into a 90 day fitness challenge as of yesterday and I swear....this stuff is going to be at hand every day of the challenge!
I cooked it in almond milk with a squirt of agave nectar and a pinch of salt so when it was done it was like porridge. I added banana to it to add some more sweetness. Yum
I LOVE quinoa! I make it every Sunday to have for the week and it lasts so long in the fridge. So versatile! Eat it cold, warm, breakfast/lunch/dinner. It's the BEST!
Can someone help me? I bought a bag of quinoa(mediterranean blend) with cherry tomato,spinach and basil.This was in freezer section How do I season? I also bought a bag of seasoned blend of zucchini,broccoli,haricots verts,pease and leeks. Do you think I could serve thrse vegitables on top of quinoa? Do I need to add a meat with the veg.mixture? What seasoning?
I'm very thankful for Danny doing this 101 video! I first found the Bulgar Wheat 101, and cooked it her way-it was great. I am now trying some quinoa I just bought, and now I know how. I love her explaining about it, and showing how to cook, simple, easy, just what we need to know! Thank you Danny!!!
I keep getting back to this video when I forget how to cook the quinoa. That tells you a lot on how much I cook! I see this video as the best detailed / short / to the point / well explained in just above 5 minutes. Very well put together. Thank you.
It's a great alternative to brown rice. A light flavor and good texture makes this so versatile you can incorporate it into almost anything. It soaks in the flavor of any sauce and is light enough to mix into your veggies, breakfast egg dishes and even enjoy a bowl on its own. For us ladies the iron is fantastic and for the men the protein is a great addition to your workout regime. Diabetics and heart patients should definitely find many uses for this in the kitchen.
Trinidad and Tobago 🇹🇹 sending greetings to you 🇹🇹. I am thinking about trying Quinoa and here you are taking about how amazing it is well i will definitely have to try it .
I cook the quinoa just as described. I chop fine celery, onions, carrots and colorful bell peppers, cilantro, and fine pressed garlic. You can also add finely chopped spinach. Mix it all up and sauté in a skillet add salt. Then combine with the cooked quinoa. It taste great and so colorful as well. I also do the same thing with cooked barley.
I recently used quinoa in my stuffed bell peppers in place of the rice I typically use. It was wonderful. I used ground turkey, Mexican spices, quinoa, corn, black beans, petite diced tomatoes, avocado, garlic and red onion and then topped with a small amount of sharp cheddar.... Oh my gosh! SO good!
I made Quinoa today. My sister's recipe with BlackBeans, corn, greenBellpepper, jalapeno, onion, cilantro, tomatoes and fresh basil & lime juice served with tortilla chips Next I will try it with shrimp, black bean& etc.... I'm going to try Quinoa with yogurt as well.......thanks
I grew up eating rice all my life. I Recently replaced quinoa with rice and I will never go back. I must say, I never thought to have it for breakfast. I will now. Thanks for sharing this.
Thanks for sharing! I love quinoa. I mix quinoa, pearled barley and green lentils and I cook it the same way as the rice (1:2 ratio). This is my rice substitute! Very delicious! I'm asian, but never crave for the white rice anymore :-))
Made Quinoa for the first time in my life this morning :) (not sharing my age lol) ... I am thankful for this channel. I rely on it! Taking my whole family into clean cooking, whole foods and healthy lifestyle. Big change! :)
I love Quinoa but don't cook it often enough. I just purchased a 4c rice cooker used it on Farro or Emmer wheat. Once I figured out the grain to water ratio it is perfect every time. Made Quinoa today using 1 grain to 2 water ratio. Quinoa was rinsed and allowed to drain. Flavored with manzanilla olives, onion, garlic and zaatar seasoning w/splash of vinegar. Perfect flavor and texture. Important to let rest after cooking for 15min to half hr. Then fluff for excellent mouth feel. Thanx for your enthusiasm.
brilliant video, thank you so much. Being a new vegan people keep asking me where I get my protein, now I can tell them all about Keen wa. we just had some with celery, peas and cucumber, with a little turmeric and mixed seasoning, it was delicious. A definite for my meals.
I'm wandering if it's safe and advisable for those who has Rheumatoid Arthritis Disease. I was diagnosed 4 yrs ago. so as I understand seeds is not advisable for those who has Rheumatoid Arthritis. what can you say about this. it's highly anticipated your response and information about this. Due to I wanted to taste that seeds. but I just want to know if safe for us to eat it. Thank you
XxCookieCookiexX hello. Are you free to search the net as a woman in Saidi Arabia, I'm just curious, please forgive, I'm not meaning to be rude, I'm just curious about the woman's culture there.
+Shena52 Me too. I didn't know about the fat that could go rancid, though. I hope it's not rancid! I bought it on sale at Safeway which means it was probably on the shelf, awhile so I'll figure myself lucky if it tastes good!
I had tried quinoa, but after I went to Peru and learned a lot more about it, quinoa is now my favorite "grain" and is a regular menu item in my wild game dishes. If you eat a big bowl full of rice you feel sluggish, then hungry again in 2 hours. After eating a bowl of quinoa, I feel energized. I also like cooking it in chicken broth instead of water, (or half and half) giving it even more flavor.
Just tried quinoa for the first time today. I have been missing out!!!! I'm definitely going to try the breakfast version of quinoa that you suggested. That sounds amazing!
just made my first quinoa dish, I started with toasting the quinoa in a little clarified butter and olive oil, I read somewhere to do this, added some sea salt, cumin, flaked red pepper, dried onion flakes and tsp of minced garlic, it was great, I tossed with some chopped chicken, don't know why I never made this before!
Dani, I love your videos! I wanted to share a quinoa "recipe" with you, to be served as a hot side dish. After the quinoa is all cooked, add freshly grated ginger, orange zest, a little fresh juice from the orange, a pinch of salt, and then you can drizzle on a bit of oil (like sesame oil). It's a delicious healthy side with loads of flavor! (Another option is sprinkling shaved almonds, toasted sesame seeds, or dried cranberries on top.) It's so aromatic, and I like to make this to go with thai stir-fry. Thanks for all your informative videos!
My friend taught me a simple recipe that I am actually going to make tonight. It's a quinoa salad. Ingredients are 2-3 cups of quinoa, 2 chopped peppers, 1 chopped tomato, half a cucumber chopped, tofu and feta cheese. You can of course add whatever veggies you want. And then the dressing is a bit of olive oil, lemon juice along with some oregano and parsley. It is served cold. I am obsessed with this recipe!
This is the first time I have tried to learn about this seed. thank you.your explanation was so simple. and encouraging to add this seed to my new way of eating. i have watched other videos by you and always learn so much.
I normally have tri-color quinoa with some sliced mushrooms mixed in. My mom also normally adds some vegetable broth and it really makes the flavor all the more vibrant
Made quinoa for the first time yesterday, with the help of this video! Was surprised to see how good it tastes, quite nutty with a bit of a sweet aftertaste. Will definitely be incorporating this into my clean eating meal plan :) Thanks always for your videos, they are a big help!
I can't get enough of it. I find myself stocking up on it and I've incorporated it into all facets of my diet. Quinoa is what it is. You could eat it plain and still enjoy it but it's so versatile it begs for creative culinary adventures! I cook only a cup at a time (easier to measure) but I never eat all of it. About half. I have done it with shrimp, chicken, veggies.....everything! It's really good at absorbing flavours no matter the profile.
Thank you for sharing about Quinoa (including how to spell hahaha). I just bought quinoa seeds on supermarket and after watched your video, I think I know what I have to do. Stay healthy :)
Hi I Just adore you Dani. I was searching for overnight oats and your recipe is the best among all. I am Indian and rice is just there always in our meal but I personally love Quinoa and I eat instead of rice all the time. Thanks for all your recipe. Please keep educating us like this.
Quinoa and soy yogurt is one of my 2 year old's favorite breakfasts. I prefer keeping it warm and adding cacao and maple syrup. We also use it in replace of rice and orzo in many meals. Family favorite! (Side note: we normally buy the same brand. I always wash it. Even if the box says pre washed. I just find it tastes a lot better :D)
i love this stuff, very versatile, if i'll be using it for lunch or dinner i add some curry powder to it, if i'll be using it for breakfast i add some cinnamon as its cooking...yummmy stuff both ways!
Something that I always do with mine is toast it. It helps make it tender and adds more flavor and it always takes that bitterness away thanks for a great video
Hi Dani, I'm learning how to cook and I just bought a Stove Top Vegetable Steamer. I followed your instructions for using the steamer and it came out perfect, I also added a little Tajin to spice it up a bit. My next step is to try your recipe for Quinoa as a breakfast meal. I'm taking it one step at a time and your videos are great - Thanks a lot!
I like to add quinoa to my rice dishes. It cooks so similar its easy to do. I use my rice cooker and mix equal parts with brown and black rice. The rice cooker cookes everything to perfection. Sometimes I add a can of rotel to spice it up.
Great information! I recently became a vegetarian, I tried it a few days ago but didn't like it much, I'm going to try itnext time with the yogurt as you said, thanks for the awesome video!
Hello Dani, nice video, most all quinoa has either been pre-washed or dry polished to remove the protective covering saponins from the seed, but one should always wash prior to cooking, as there's most lightly residues left behind. Fabulous taste & superior to any other cereal. All the Best.
New Subbie. I💜💜💜💜💜QUINOA! Since VSG surgery I can't eat rice etc... Quinoa has been my BEST FRIEND! Quinoa is apart of the spinach family 😉 Great informative video. TFS Be Blessed
I used to sautee cubed butternut squash in olive oil and onions until they were soft, then mix it with quinoa for a delicious hearty meal. Sometimes I would add shrimp scampi on top of that. Wow that was delicious. Gotta make it again!
My Aunt told me to throw it in a skillet to dry it and it helps the flavor pop! I love doing this and adding in garlic then adding the water once it's dry.
tq for the amazing video. Am going to buy some Quinoa later and try it tonight with some grilled salmon....and I may even start my day with some Quinoa and yogurt with some prunes....wonderful. I like the fact that it can make you feel full for hours!
thanks a lot for this video. now i know why it always had such a strong bitter aftertaste. made it yesterday and rinsing it really made suuuch a huge difference!
It is a complete protein and it is low in sugar and calories. Its packed with minerals. Moringa is packed with minerals and great for vegans that lack iron and zinc in their diet. Morninga powder is great for energy and weight loss. It is packed with minerals that the body needs on a daily basis.
I just started to pre prep my weekly lunches and I wasn't sure if it was normal to eat quinoa alone. Thank you for clearing that up and giving me some other suggestions.
I just about this today and I am optimistic that I can use this in place of rice in my favorite recipe. I make a killer Mexican based rice but have had to quit eating it due to the rice carbs and me being diabetic. I will try this and get back to you!
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Quinua tastes really good. Someone asked if it tastes like white rice, but rice doesn't have much flavor. In Peru we fry some (lots) garlic in oil, add salt, then the measure of rice and the water. So our rice is a tad garlicky and a bit salty. If you do the same with quinua, it will probably taste similar. But unlike rice, quinoa has this particular taste, a bit nutty. It may have some bitter aftertaste if you don't rinse it first. You don't get boxed quinoa in Peru, you either get it bagged (like rice is sold here) or in bulk. We always wash it and pick it, because it's not unusual to find little pebbles in it.
I really lovee youuu you're a lifee saverrr i couldn't cook quinoa or oats and many other butt your videos are superb easy and light i could understand it very easily please continue what you are doing!!
My only quibble with this video is your stating that it is a "complete protein." The whole idea of "incomplete proteins" is a myth, so long as you are eating whole, natural foods. As long as you are eating sufficient calories from varied whole foods, proteins and amino acids are not going to be a problem.
+Kanga Banga ...That would only be true if you are one of those .01% of people who has the time and $$ to have a perfectly balanced diet from a trained nutritionist. And amino acids are very important, not only for muscle repair, but as hormone and neurotransmitter regulators. As a CFT, I can't tell you how many "depressed" people I started training, on loads of psyche drugs... that no longer needed them once I adjusted their diet properly. In the real world with an average working person, (especially if you are a vegetarian or consume little meat or dairy), getting the kind of varied foods that include all the essential proteins is quite challenging. Possible, but it takes ALOT of meal planning. If something like Quinoa can easily supply the non-essential Aminos that the body cannot produce, then it is a very valuable dish to quickly add into your normal foods on the go...
Thank you, very informative video. I never rinsed my quinoa before now, and now that I do my quinoa tastes significantly better :D However, I would take out the 'complete protein' remark. The whole complete vs incomplete protein narrative is made up to sell whey protein powder to people who believe that they will lose all their muscles if they are 'protein deficient.' (source: long time vegan and medical student)
Um, you are very nice and have allot of good info and ideas but I if I may suggest that you do some research on proper or optimal digestion because if you mix protein with fruit it won't digest completely. And mixing dairy into the mix is gonna make it even harder for your body to digest. Proteins are best eaten by themselves or with leafy vegetables. Fruit is also best digested by itself or eaten with leafy vegetables or more fruit as long as you don't mix acid or sub-acid fruit with sweet fruits. Peace/Love
I cooked Quinoa for the first time 4 days ago , and I can’t believe how many different plates I can make with Quinoa ! I didn’t even know I can eat it as a breakfast too! it’s so amazing 😭
I tried it the day before Ida made landfall and it’s delicious! I intend to try it with goldenrod leaves next for my inflammation issues (arthritis) since I love the taste of fresh goldenrod tea and the relief it brings. Can’t wait until they bloom locally for even more experiments!
lorechelle71 Just stop replying back to me and live your life! Talk a walk, go to the park and maybe read a book. Get off the internet! I wish you all the best.
The quinoa, yogurt, and apple is a nice twist on fridge oatmeal. I'll have to try this. Thanks. (Fridge oatmeal + yogurt + unsweetened almond milk + fruit, set over night)
I wanted to like quinoa, but apparently it's the only food I've ever found that I'm allergic to. Made me shit my brains out with terrible stomach cramps, washed it correctly and everything before cooking.
Makes sense. That's how I would have pronounced it from my Italian language days. However, the American dictionary says it is pronounced keen·waa though.
When I first learned about this, for some reason I kept burning it. It's taken some practice of not over cooking it and now I make it with practically everything. My favorite simple recipe is stirring with some cumin powder, chickpeas, dried raisins and mint leaves. Want to thank you!
I don't know how I went this long in my life without trying this stuff.
It's amazing and goes with almost anything.
frigginjoe true, you can just sort of toss it in with anything
give buckwheat (kaschta) a shot for something similiar but hardier.
So true! It's a wonder food and the answer to all of life's problems where eating a nutritional diet is concerned. I've entered into a 90 day fitness challenge as of yesterday and I swear....this stuff is going to be at hand every day of the challenge!
I'm 35 years old and I didn't even know this stuff existed until 15 minutes ago! O.o
You can try this delicious Quinoa recipe as well.
Healthy-tasty
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I cooked it in almond milk with a squirt of agave nectar and a pinch of salt so when it was done it was like porridge. I added banana to it to add some more sweetness. Yum
Anne Fricker that sounds awesome!
Hmm, sounds good.
Anne Fricker bro, that sounds so good you should totally make a video on it lol
Wow
That's...... Delicious
Just in case anyone wants to know; you can also cook quinoa in a rice cooker. In fact, I do it all the time and it comes out perfect.
Marcfj Thanks for sharing!
Hi! I cook mine in a microwave rice cooker and it comes out great!
Nooo shit, genius.
ty Marcfj, I wanted to ask about that! :)
Thanks for sharing! (That was my next question)
I LOVE quinoa! I make it every Sunday to have for the week and it lasts so long in the fridge. So versatile! Eat it cold, warm, breakfast/lunch/dinner. It's the BEST!
I love mixing it with avocado, hard boiled egg and cucumber for breakfast, it's yummy and keeps me full for longer.
Oh damn sounds bomb
Quinoa and avocado may be the most millennial breakfast I've ever heard of.
Thanks for the tip. I just bought some and don’t know how to use it.
Oh that sounds good!!
It’s pretty good my friend
Ahh, I really like her voice for some reason.. she's pronounces things so clearly it's just nice
Chemi Martz :)
It's like my mom is repeating something to me and she's not mad yet, but she will be the next time she has to repeat it. Very unsettling
AdviceColumn LOL!! That's a cute.😉 thing to say.
Haha right???? Exactly what I thought
Can someone help me? I bought a bag of quinoa(mediterranean blend) with cherry tomato,spinach and basil.This was in freezer section How do I season?
I also bought a bag of seasoned blend of zucchini,broccoli,haricots verts,pease and leeks.
Do you think I could serve thrse vegitables on top of quinoa? Do I need to add a meat with the veg.mixture? What seasoning?
I'm very thankful for Danny doing this 101 video! I first found the Bulgar Wheat 101, and cooked it her way-it was great. I am now trying some quinoa I just bought, and now I know how. I love her explaining about it, and showing how to cook, simple, easy, just what we need to know!
Thank you Danny!!!
I keep getting back to this video when I forget how to cook the quinoa.
That tells you a lot on how much I cook!
I see this video as the best detailed / short / to the point / well explained in just above 5 minutes. Very well put together. Thank you.
It's a great alternative to brown rice. A light flavor and good texture makes this so versatile you can incorporate it into almost anything. It soaks in the flavor of any sauce and is light enough to mix into your veggies, breakfast egg dishes and even enjoy a bowl on its own. For us ladies the iron is fantastic and for the men the protein is a great addition to your workout regime. Diabetics and heart patients should definitely find many uses for this in the kitchen.
Trinidad and Tobago 🇹🇹 sending greetings to you 🇹🇹. I am thinking about trying Quinoa and here you are taking about how amazing it is well i will definitely have to try it .
I cook the quinoa just as described. I chop fine celery, onions, carrots and colorful bell peppers, cilantro, and fine pressed garlic. You can also add finely chopped spinach. Mix it all up and sauté in a skillet add salt. Then combine with the cooked quinoa. It taste great and so colorful as well. I also do the same thing with cooked barley.
I recently used quinoa in my stuffed bell peppers in place of the rice I typically use. It was wonderful. I used ground turkey, Mexican spices, quinoa, corn, black beans, petite diced tomatoes, avocado, garlic and red onion and then topped with a small amount of sharp cheddar.... Oh my gosh! SO good!
yum! that sounds delicious!!
I made Quinoa today. My sister's recipe with BlackBeans, corn, greenBellpepper, jalapeno, onion, cilantro, tomatoes and fresh basil & lime juice served with tortilla chips
Next I will try it with shrimp, black bean& etc....
I'm going to try Quinoa with yogurt as well.......thanks
I grew up eating rice all my life. I Recently replaced quinoa with rice and I will never go back. I must say, I never thought to have it for breakfast. I will now. Thanks for sharing this.
Thanks for sharing! I love quinoa. I mix quinoa, pearled barley and green lentils and I cook it the same way as the rice (1:2 ratio). This is my rice substitute! Very delicious! I'm asian, but never crave for the white rice anymore :-))
Made Quinoa for the first time in my life this morning :) (not sharing my age lol) ... I am thankful for this channel. I rely on it! Taking my whole family into clean cooking, whole foods and healthy lifestyle. Big change! :)
Starting to get into a healthier lifestyle. This was very helpful! :)
Glad it was helpful :)
Me too so true
I love Quinoa but don't cook it often enough. I just purchased a 4c rice cooker used it on Farro or Emmer wheat. Once I figured out the grain to water ratio it is perfect every time. Made Quinoa today using 1 grain to 2 water ratio. Quinoa was rinsed and allowed to drain. Flavored with manzanilla olives, onion, garlic and zaatar seasoning w/splash of vinegar. Perfect flavor and texture. Important to let rest after cooking for 15min to half hr. Then fluff for excellent mouth feel. Thanx for your enthusiasm.
I like having it as a salad, with cucumbers, red bell peppers, tomatoes, olives, peas, and a light vinegar dressing :)
that sounds insanely delicious!
brilliant video, thank you so much. Being a new vegan people keep asking me where I get my protein, now I can tell them all about Keen wa. we just had some with celery, peas and cucumber, with a little turmeric and mixed seasoning, it was delicious. A definite for my meals.
I watched three vids about Quinoa, and yours was the BEST! Thanks for sharing
XxCookieCookiexX so glad to hear it!
I'm wandering if it's safe and advisable for those who has Rheumatoid Arthritis Disease. I was diagnosed 4 yrs ago. so as I understand seeds is not advisable for those who has Rheumatoid Arthritis. what can you say about this. it's highly anticipated your response and information about this. Due to I wanted to taste that seeds. but I just want to know if safe for us to eat it. Thank you
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XxCookieCookiexX hello. Are you free to search the net as a woman in Saidi Arabia, I'm just curious, please forgive, I'm not meaning to be rude, I'm just curious about the woman's culture there.
I had a digestive problem for awhile and quinoa helped me a lot! It was like one of the only things I could eat.
Now I can use the quinoa that I have in my pantry for the past 5 months! :) Great video.
+Shena52 Me too. I didn't know about the fat that could go rancid, though. I hope it's not rancid! I bought it on sale at Safeway which means it was probably on the shelf, awhile so I'll figure myself lucky if it tastes good!
I bet it turned out delicious! I first tried it with buffalo sauce and green chili chimichurri. Delicious!!!
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Best alternative to rice and much much healthier
Dani always has the best, simplest , and most informative advice.
I had tried quinoa, but after I went to Peru and learned a lot more about it, quinoa is now my favorite "grain" and is a regular menu item in my wild game dishes. If you eat a big bowl full of rice you feel sluggish, then hungry again in 2 hours. After eating a bowl of quinoa, I feel energized. I also like cooking it in chicken broth instead of water, (or half and half) giving it even more flavor.
I have just started cooking quinoa and I have to say your instructions are the easiest to follow. Thank you you so much.
Cassandra Farrell You are very welcome!
Just tried quinoa for the first time today. I have been missing out!!!! I'm definitely going to try the breakfast version of quinoa that you suggested. That sounds amazing!
just made my first quinoa dish, I started with toasting the quinoa in a little clarified butter and olive oil, I read somewhere to do this, added some sea salt, cumin, flaked red pepper, dried onion flakes and tsp of minced garlic, it was great, I tossed with some chopped chicken, don't know why I never made this before!
Dani, I love your videos! I wanted to share a quinoa "recipe" with you, to be served as a hot side dish. After the quinoa is all cooked, add freshly grated ginger, orange zest, a little fresh juice from the orange, a pinch of salt, and then you can drizzle on a bit of oil (like sesame oil). It's a delicious healthy side with loads of flavor! (Another option is sprinkling shaved almonds, toasted sesame seeds, or dried cranberries on top.) It's so aromatic, and I like to make this to go with thai stir-fry. Thanks for all your informative videos!
My friend taught me a simple recipe that I am actually going to make tonight. It's a quinoa salad. Ingredients are 2-3 cups of quinoa, 2 chopped peppers, 1 chopped tomato, half a cucumber chopped, tofu and feta cheese. You can of course add whatever veggies you want. And then the dressing is a bit of olive oil, lemon juice along with some oregano and parsley. It is served cold. I am obsessed with this recipe!
yum! I'm gonna try that too!
Dani, your channel is so amazing! Thank you for the genius recipes!
This is the first time I have tried to learn about this seed. thank you.your explanation was so simple. and encouraging to add this seed to my new way of eating. i have watched other videos by you and always learn so much.
I normally have tri-color quinoa with some sliced mushrooms mixed in. My mom also normally adds some vegetable broth and it really makes the flavor all the more vibrant
I am learning about the vegan life and appreciate this valuable video. It is good to know i have a substitute for meat that provides protein!!
Made quinoa for the first time yesterday, with the help of this video! Was surprised to see how good it tastes, quite nutty with a bit of a sweet aftertaste. Will definitely be incorporating this into my clean eating meal plan :) Thanks always for your videos, they are a big help!
+LeeAh Yay! So glad to hear you enjoyed it!
I was not expecting this video to be of such high quality nor was I expecting to be as informative as it was. Thank you
This will be my first time cooking Quinoa. Thank you for your video. I find it extremely informative, clear, and helpful :)
I can't get enough of it. I find myself stocking up on it and I've incorporated it into all facets of my diet. Quinoa is what it is. You could eat it plain and still enjoy it but it's so versatile it begs for creative culinary adventures! I cook only a cup at a time (easier to measure) but I never eat all of it. About half. I have done it with shrimp, chicken, veggies.....everything! It's really good at absorbing flavours no matter the profile.
Breakfast is nice: Quinoa and Blueberries.
Lunch: Quinoa
Dinner: Quinoa, Beef and Broccoli Stirfry (or Chicken or Shrimp or Tofu)
Thank you for sharing about Quinoa (including how to spell hahaha). I just bought quinoa seeds on supermarket and after watched your video, I think I know what I have to do. Stay healthy :)
Hi I Just adore you Dani. I was searching for overnight oats and your recipe is the best among all. I am Indian and rice is just there always in our meal but I personally love Quinoa and I eat instead of rice all the time. Thanks for all your recipe. Please keep educating us like this.
Quinoa and soy yogurt is one of my 2 year old's favorite breakfasts. I prefer keeping it warm and adding cacao and maple syrup. We also use it in replace of rice and orzo in many meals. Family favorite! (Side note: we normally buy the same brand. I always wash it. Even if the box says pre washed. I just find it tastes a lot better :D)
good to know…. I'm always looking for a short cut but I'll definitely try rinsing it next time!
Victoria Winchester vegan? I wonder if he's still alive 😂
i love this stuff, very versatile, if i'll be using it for lunch or dinner i add some curry powder to it, if i'll be using it for breakfast i add some cinnamon as its cooking...yummmy stuff both ways!
+Boot Nreboot They both sound delicious!
Something that I always do with mine is toast it. It helps make it tender and adds more flavor and it always takes that bitterness away thanks for a great video
Thanks for the tip. How exactly do you toast it? When its dry? or after soaking in water? how long? what temp? etc.
Me too! I just toast it in olive oil after it's rinsed for about 3 min while stirring it then I cook it.
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The speach you use in your videos is Very clear and precise. Love that!
OMG! You are an awesome health nourishment Guru. I love your enlightening style. This simple 101 on Quinoa is so doable that uh-uh-uhmmm - THANK YOU.
ytml121 You are very welcome! So glad you are enjoy them.
Hi Dani, I'm learning how to cook and I just bought a Stove Top Vegetable Steamer. I followed your instructions for using the steamer and it came out perfect, I also added a little Tajin to spice it up a bit. My next step is to try your recipe for Quinoa as a breakfast meal. I'm taking it one step at a time and your videos are great - Thanks a lot!
tippyreed so glad to hear it!
Finally! I've been waiting for a video like this from anyone. Thanks Dani!
you got it!
I like to add quinoa to my rice dishes. It cooks so similar its easy to do. I use my rice cooker and mix equal parts with brown and black rice. The rice cooker cookes everything to perfection. Sometimes I add a can of rotel to spice it up.
Thanks so much for demystifying this for me & helping me pronounce it! Beats the time it takes for brown rice, love it.
+karon Last very true!
I was so confused about the washing/draining requirement before cooking quinoa. Your video is super helpful. Thanks!
Great information! I recently became a vegetarian, I tried it a few days ago but didn't like it much, I'm going to try itnext time with the yogurt as you said, thanks for the awesome video!
VidaCuerpoyMenteSanos BodyMind&HealthyLife Yes - try it a fe different ways b/c it really can be delish!
Hello Dani, nice video, most all quinoa has either been pre-washed or dry polished to remove the protective covering saponins from the seed, but one should always wash prior to cooking, as there's most lightly residues left behind. Fabulous taste & superior to any other cereal. All the Best.
I didn't know how I was supposed to cook it! Thank you so much. I'm going to try a quinoa risotto for dinner!
Oh my Gosh!!! ... Thank youuuu! ☺🤗 you taught me SO much about 'Quinoa' that I knew (nothing) about. I thank you.
New Subbie. I💜💜💜💜💜QUINOA! Since VSG surgery I can't eat rice etc... Quinoa has been my BEST FRIEND! Quinoa is apart of the spinach family 😉 Great informative video. TFS Be Blessed
I used to sautee cubed butternut squash in olive oil and onions until they were soft, then mix it with quinoa for a delicious hearty meal. Sometimes I would add shrimp scampi on top of that. Wow that was delicious. Gotta make it again!
thanks for spreading the knowledge, its great for breakfast.
Sudhanshu Joshi You are very welcome!
My Aunt told me to throw it in a skillet to dry it and it helps the flavor pop! I love doing this and adding in garlic then adding the water once it's dry.
I love this video. Thank you for all of the information, especially on the pronunciation. Lol. I was one of those saying it how it was spelled. Lol.
***** HAha! I did that for a long time as well!
tq for the amazing video. Am going to buy some Quinoa later and try it tonight with some grilled salmon....and I may even start my day with some Quinoa and yogurt with some prunes....wonderful. I like the fact that it can make you feel full for hours!
Thanks for this video. Now I'm going to finally try quinoa!
Sounds do able
thanks a lot for this video. now i know why it always had such a strong bitter aftertaste. made it yesterday and rinsing it really made suuuch a huge difference!
Wow I love your video entertaining, funny, and I learned about quinoa it is very hard to look at and say, love the bloopers @ the end! Great video!
+Vegan Muscle Thanks so much!
It is a complete protein and it is low in sugar and calories. Its packed with minerals. Moringa is packed with minerals and great for vegans that lack iron and zinc in their diet. Morninga powder is great for energy and weight loss. It is packed with minerals that the body needs on a daily basis.
@@CleanandDeliciousDani Thank you for the great upload. You listed good ways to combat against fat foods and high sugar foods.
I just started to pre prep my weekly lunches and I wasn't sure if it was normal to eat quinoa alone. Thank you for clearing that up and giving me some other suggestions.
yes! thank you, I started my family on keenwa today lol, I was pronouncing it like you said lol.. thanks for the info
lol! I'm glad you gave it a try :)
I just about this today and I am optimistic that I can use this in place of rice in my favorite recipe. I make a killer Mexican based rice but have had to quit eating it due to the rice carbs and me being diabetic.
I will try this and get back to you!
I use to make vegan hamburger out of quinoa. Them turn out delicious!! Kisses from Brazil!!!
kisses right back to you!
YOU SPEAK CLEARLY. WHAT I LIKE ABOUT YOU IS THAT YOU SHOW AND TELL. WHAT I MEAN BY THAT. YOU EXPLAIN EVERYTHING STEP BY STEP AS YOUR DOING IT AND I GET TO SEE THE END RESULT ( HOW IT SUPPOSED TO LOOK LIKE ) 😉👏 👍
Quinoa is very bitter without rinsing it well. You are not kidding about that fact! I like to use it instead of Bulgar Wheat in my Tabouleh.
oh - I do this ALL the time. MAkes the BEST quinoa - seriously, one of my favorite recipes - and I have a delish one on my blog if you need one:)
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Thanks!
Quinua tastes really good. Someone asked if it tastes like white rice, but rice doesn't have much flavor. In Peru we fry some (lots) garlic in oil, add salt, then the measure of rice and the water. So our rice is a tad garlicky and a bit salty. If you do the same with quinua, it will probably taste similar. But unlike rice, quinoa has this particular taste, a bit nutty. It may have some bitter aftertaste if you don't rinse it first. You don't get boxed quinoa in Peru, you either get it bagged (like rice is sold here) or in bulk. We always wash it and pick it, because it's not unusual to find little pebbles in it.
I have substituted steamed quinoa for soaked bulgur wheat in tabouli. I am very happy with the result .
I like to pronounce it keen-oy. Drives everyone I know crazy
The kind of videos im looking for. Straight tobthe point. Only discussing about essential matter about the subject.
Clearly understood! Thanks!
Why would anyone dislike this video smh
I really lovee youuu you're a lifee saverrr i couldn't cook quinoa or oats and many other butt your videos are superb easy and light i could understand it very easily please continue what you are doing!!
I switched to Quinoa after discovering couscous raised my blood sugar
seeamerica1 ok boomer
Unfortunately, quinoa is worse than rice at spiking blood sugar. I had thought it was healthier, but no, we were told wrongly.
@@karlayork877 really? How?
@@karlayork877 Oh that’s the first time I’ve heard about that. From all the Nutrition classes I took it never mentioned about this.
@@cameron2900x keep that unnecessary crap elsewhere
Being a boomer or any other gen has nothing to do with his preference of preparation
Smh
The breakfast idea looks great! I'm going to try it!
*Tip* for people watching carbs use a green apple instead of red.....less natural sugars.
quinoa, Joaquin.....
what else have I been mispronouncing my entire life?
Bacon Von Baconstien jojoba? Lol
Gloo-in (glutin) apparently, lol.
LOL
Jill Henderson 😂😂😂
@@FormerDelusional lol
Thank you I watch all your recipes in one hour and I learn a lot from you. You are special my love.
My only quibble with this video is your stating that it is a "complete protein." The whole idea of "incomplete proteins" is a myth, so long as you are eating whole, natural foods. As long as you are eating sufficient calories from varied whole foods, proteins and amino acids are not going to be a problem.
+Kanga Banga ...That would only be true if you are one of those .01% of people who has the time and $$ to have a perfectly balanced diet from a trained nutritionist.
And amino acids are very important, not only for muscle repair, but as hormone and neurotransmitter regulators. As a CFT, I can't tell you how many "depressed" people I started training, on loads of psyche drugs... that no longer needed them once I adjusted their diet properly.
In the real world with an average working person, (especially if you are a vegetarian or consume little meat or dairy), getting the kind of varied foods that include all the essential proteins is quite challenging. Possible, but it takes ALOT of meal planning.
If something like Quinoa can easily supply the non-essential Aminos that the body cannot produce, then it is a very valuable dish to quickly add into your normal foods on the go...
Wow my new favorite food channel, every question answered and straight to the point ! Amazing
Thank you, very informative video. I never rinsed my quinoa before now, and now that I do my quinoa tastes significantly better :D
However, I would take out the 'complete protein' remark.
The whole complete vs incomplete protein narrative is made up to sell whey protein powder to people who believe that they will lose all their muscles if they are 'protein deficient.' (source: long time vegan and medical student)
macmax92 great video helped alot
I love this! Now I know how to use quinoa. You've made this into a simple video that explains Everything! Thank you Dani! God Bless You!
It's my pleasure! Glad it was helpful.
Um, you are very nice and have allot of good info and ideas but I if I may suggest that you do some research on proper or optimal digestion because if you mix protein with fruit it won't digest completely. And mixing dairy into the mix is gonna make it even harder for your body to digest. Proteins are best eaten by themselves or with leafy vegetables. Fruit is also best digested by itself or eaten with leafy vegetables or more fruit as long as you don't mix acid or sub-acid fruit with sweet fruits. Peace/Love
Very good idea, I've had a lot of problems digesting and I've mixed them.
Now I will watch what and when I eat.
I cooked Quinoa for the first time 4 days ago , and I can’t believe how many different plates I can make with Quinoa ! I didn’t even know I can eat it as a breakfast too! it’s so amazing 😭
I tried it the day before Ida made landfall and it’s delicious! I intend to try it with goldenrod leaves next for my inflammation issues (arthritis) since I love the taste of fresh goldenrod tea and the relief it brings. Can’t wait until they bloom locally for even more experiments!
it's pronounced keen-o-wa with a short emphasis on the o not keen-wa im Peruvian
That's right!
Rengar Kha zix My great grandma who only spoke in quechua pronouced it as Keen-owa.
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The quinoa, yogurt, and apple is a nice twist on fridge oatmeal. I'll have to try this. Thanks. (Fridge oatmeal + yogurt + unsweetened almond milk + fruit, set over night)
I wanted to like quinoa, but apparently it's the only food I've ever found that I'm allergic to. Made me shit my brains out with terrible stomach cramps, washed it correctly and everything before cooking.
This was really helpful! I'm a new Vegan. I've heard of Quinoa but I didn't know what is was. Thank you!
In Spanish it is pronounced qui-noa just like it is spelled. Since it originates from South America I will stick with qui-noa.
Quinoa is "the sacred food of the Incas." It must be pronounced keen-wa because the word is in Quechua (Ketch-wa) rather than in Spanish.
The Quechua word is kinwa or kinuwa. Quinoa is Spanish and, therefore, is pronounced in Spanish - KEY-NO-AH.
Are you fucking serious that you think the Spanish invented this?
Just want to say love the channel- thanks for helping me out on my healthy eating and whole foods journey!
In South America where quinoa originates it is pronounced quinoa (qui-noa). That's Spanish!
Makes sense. That's how I would have pronounced it from my Italian language days.
However, the American dictionary says it is pronounced keen·waa though.
When I first learned about this, for some reason I kept burning it. It's taken some practice of not over cooking it and now I make it with practically everything. My favorite simple recipe is stirring with some cumin powder, chickpeas, dried raisins and mint leaves. Want to thank you!
"quinoa is a seed that is related from the top."
Well...this was a refreshing video. Everything was to the point. This is my first time to Quinoa and you made it easy. Thanks.
omg. I didn't know we had to wash it 😳
Yes, it should be rinsed.
I have never rinsed it and Im still alive....🙍
May be it will taste better, now that you know!
Just went veg not vegan, and so far your recipes are very helpful. I like your
presentation. Thx
QUIN-OH-A
I love this. A lot of flavors and spices usually overwhelms me so i love quinoa just the way it is thanks for your video
Janet Avila You are very welcome!
this is like the whitest thing ever
Racist.
Mar A ?
Fuck off
No grow quinoa
hahahahaha you're totally right