2.<\/strong>\u00a0Add 1 cup of quinoa and 2 cups of water to a pot. For a lighter quinoa with more of a \u201cbite,\u201d\u00a0America\u2019s Test Kitchen recommends a 1:1\u00a0ratio.<\/p>\n 3.<\/strong>\u00a0Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to bring it down to a simmer; cover for 15\u201320 minutes.<\/p>\n 4.<\/strong>\u00a0DON\u2019T lift up the cover to see what\u2019s going on \u2014 let your quinoa cook in peace.<\/p>\n 5.<\/strong>\u00a0Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.<\/p>\n With this easy-peasy, protein-packed casserole, you can make an entire week\u2019s breakfasts in a single ovenproof pan.\u00a0It makes five servings of hearty, protein-packed meals.<\/p>\n Just reheat briefly in a microwave or toaster oven, and go.\u00a0Get the\u00a0recipe.<\/p>\n Container Equivalents<\/strong><\/span>: 1 Green,\u00a01 Red,\u00a01 Yellow<\/p>\n 2B\u00a0Mindset Plate It!: <\/strong>A great breakfast option. Add veggies or a side salad for lunch.<\/p>\n These healthier muffins aren\u2019t loaded with sugar or empty calories. This healthy quinoa breakfast recipe features lean ham, nutty quinoa, zucchini, and cheese baked into yummy muffins you can eat on-the-run. Get the\u00a0recipe.<\/p>\n Container Equivalents<\/strong><\/span>: \u00bd Green,\u00a0\u00bd Red,\u00a0\u00bd Yellow,\u00a0\u00bd Blue<\/p>\n 2B\u00a0Mindset Plate It!: <\/strong>Add another protein and an FFC to make a complete breakfast.<\/p>\n We\u2019re bringing porridge back with this set-it and forget-it quinoa recipe.<\/p>\n Plain oatmeal gets a bold makeover in this sweet, spiced breakfast porridge. Steel-cut oats are slow-cooked overnight along with other hearty whole grains, dried cranberries, and apricots. Get the\u00a0recipe.<\/p>\n Container Equivalents<\/strong><\/span>: 1 Purple,\u00a01\u00bd Yellow, 1 Blue, \u00bd tsp.<\/p>\n 2B\u00a0Mindset Plate It!: <\/strong>Makes a great FFC as part of breakfast.<\/p>\n With a cornucopia of colorful veggies and hearty greens, this salad is a great meal prep option: The recipe makes 12 portions, and you\u2019re going to want to eat them all.<\/p>\n Even after it\u2019s dressed, this salad stores well for up to 3 days! Get the\u00a0recipe.<\/p>\n Container Equivalents<\/strong><\/span>: \u00bd Green,\u00a01\u00bd Yellow,\u00a0\u00bd Blue,\u00a0\u00bd tsp.<\/p>\n 2B\u00a0Mindset Plate It!: <\/strong>A great lunch option for the vegan plan. For non-vegans, replace beans OR quinoa with a protein for lunch.<\/p>\n Grilled zucchini and asparagus give this Buddha bowl delicious smoky flavor, while cooked quinoa provides the superfood nutrition.<\/p>\n These bowls can be batch-prepped for the week ahead and portioned out into your\u00a0meal prep\u00a0containers for easy lunches or dinners throughout the week. Get the\u00a0recipe.<\/p>\n Container Equivalents<\/span>:\u00a0<\/strong>2 Green,\u00a02 Yellow,\u00a0\u00bd Orange,\u00a03\u00bd tsp.<\/p>\n 2B\u00a0Mindset Plate It!: <\/strong>A great lunch option for the vegan plan. For non-vegans, replace beans OR quinoa with a protein for lunch.<\/p>\n This almost-no-cook recipe can be a godsend on busy days. These light and delicious wraps make an ideal starter, healthy snack, or part of a nutritious vegetarian lunch. Get the\u00a0recipe.<\/p>\n Container Equivalents<\/strong><\/span>: 2\u00bd Green,\u00a0\u00bd Yellow,\u00a0\u00bd Blue<\/p>\n 2B\u00a0Mindset Plate It!: <\/strong>Makes a great veggie and FFC as part of lunch.<\/p>\n This bright, flavorful quinoa recipe has a citrusy bite and a satisfying crunch, and it\u2019s packed with protein and fiber. Get the\u00a0recipe.<\/p>\n Container Equivalents<\/strong><\/span>: \u00bd Purple,\u00a0\u00bd Red,\u00a01 Yellow,\u00a01 Blue,\u00a01 tsp.<\/p>\n 2B\u00a0Mindset Plate It!: <\/strong>Add more protein for breakfast. Add veggies or a side salad for lunch.<\/p>\n Say \u201cgoodbye\u201d to the sad desk salad, and say \u201chello\u201d to this gorgeous, satisfying Quinoa Chicken Salad in a Mason jar.<\/p>\n This simple recipe is a snap to\u00a0meal prep, so you\u2019ll have four awesome desk salads for the week in no time. Get the\u00a0recipe.<\/p>\n Container Equivalents<\/strong><\/span>: 2 Green,\u00a01 Red,\u00a01 Yellow,\u00a0\u00bd Blue, 1 tsp.<\/p>\n 2B\u00a0Mindset Plate It!: <\/strong>A great lunch option. Replace quinoa with more veggies for dinner.<\/p>\n Simplify your weeknight routine with this recipe that features slow cooker chicken, fresh green peas, and julienned carrots. Get the\u00a0recipe.<\/p>\n Container Equivalents<\/strong><\/span>: \u00bd Green,\u00a0\u00bd Red,\u00a02 Yellow,\u00a01 tsp.<\/p>\n 2B\u00a0Mindset Plate It!: <\/strong>Add a side salad or more veggies to make a great lunch.<\/p>\n This recipe pairs sweet, juicy mango with creamy cashews and nutrient-rich quinoa, then turns up the spice and pumps up the flavor. Get the\u00a0recipe.<\/p>\n Container Equivalents<\/strong><\/span>: 1 Purple,\u00a01\u00bd Yellow,\u00a01 Blue,\u00a0\u00bd tsp.<\/p>\n 2B\u00a0Mindset Plate It!: <\/strong>Makes a great FFC side as part of breakfast or lunch.<\/p>\n These fun,\u00a0kid-friendly treats\u00a0are stuffed with good stuff in the form of hearty black beans, crunchy quinoa, and a savory blend of spices. Get the\u00a0recipe.<\/p>\n Container Equivalents<\/strong><\/span>:\u00a0 2 Green,\u00a01 Red,\u00a01 Yellow,\u00a0\u00bd Blue,\u00a0\u00bd tsp.<\/p>\n 2B\u00a0Mindset Plate It!: <\/strong>A great lunch option.<\/p>\n Why make boxed stuffing when you can make this healthy stuffing featuring tangy dried cherries, toasted pine nuts, and freshly chopped parsley? Get the\u00a0recipe.<\/p>\n Container Equivalents<\/strong><\/span>: \u00bd Green,\u00a01 Yellow,\u00a0\u00bd Blue,\u00a0\u00bd tsp.<\/p>\n 2B\u00a0Mindset Plate It!: <\/strong>Makes a great FFC side as part of breakfast or lunch.<\/p>\n Pesto isn\u2019t just for pasta anymore. This is an ideal quinoa recipe to meal prep for lunch, made with hemp seeds, fresh baby spinach, and basil. Get the\u00a0recipe.<\/p>\n Container Equivalents<\/strong><\/span>: \u00bd Green,\u00a01 Yellow,\u00a0\u00bd Orange,\u00a01 tsp.<\/p>\n 2B\u00a0Mindset Plate It!: <\/strong>Makes a great FFC side as part of breakfast or lunch.<\/p>\n Dried cherries, pistachios, and freshly chopped basil add sweetness, crunch, and herbaceous flavor to this healthy quinoa dish. Get the\u00a0recipe.<\/p>\n Container Equivalents<\/strong><\/span>: \u00bd Purple,\u00a01 Yellow,\u00a0\u00bd Blue, \u00bd tsp.<\/p>\n 2B\u00a0Mindset Plate It!: <\/strong>Makes a great FFC side as part of breakfast or lunch.<\/p>\n These cookies are secret nutritional powerhouses filled with nutty cooked quinoa and gooey dark chocolate morsels. Get the\u00a0recipe.<\/p>\n Container Equivalents<\/strong><\/span>: 1 Yellow,\u00a01 tsp.<\/p>\n 2B\u00a0Mindset Plate It!: <\/strong>Enjoy this treat as an occasional snack(tional).<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Quinoa is an incredibly versatile \u2014 and healthy \u2014 food that you\u2019ll want to keep stocked in your pantry at all times. (Pssst\u2026 it\u2019s pronounced \u201cKEEN-wah.\u201d) There\u2019s a quinoa recipe for pretty much anything \u2014 salad, muffins, cookies (yes!), wraps, side dishes\u2026 you get the idea. 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<\/p>\nQuinoa Recipes for Breakfast<\/h2>\n
1. Spinach, Tomato, and Quinoa Breakfast Casserole<\/h3>\n
2. Zucchini, Ham, and Cheese Quinoa Cups<\/h3>\n
3. Fruity Whole-Grain Breakfast Porridge<\/h3>\n
Quinoa Recipes for Lunch<\/h2>\n
4. Spinach Salad With Quinoa, Chickpeas, and Paprika Dressing<\/h3>\n
5. Vegan Buddha Bowl With Spring Vegetables<\/h3>\n
6. Crunchy Veggie Wraps<\/h3>\n
7. Chicken With Quinoa, Oranges, and Walnuts<\/h3>\n
8. Quinoa Chicken Salad in a Mason Jar<\/h3>\n
Quinoa Recipes for\u00a0Dinner<\/h2>\n
9. Slow Cooker Chicken and Quinoa With Spring Vegetables<\/h3>\n
10. Curried Quinoa and Peas With Cashews and Fresh Mango<\/h3>\n
11. Jack-o\u2019-Lantern Stuffed Peppers<\/h3>\n
Quinoa Recipes for Side Dishes and Snacks<\/h2>\n
12. Quinoa Stuffing<\/h3>\n
13. Quinoa With Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Pesto<\/h3>\n
14. Quinoa With Pistachios and Dried Cherries<\/h3>\n
15. Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies<\/h3>\n
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