Citrus Quinoa Salad with Chicken and Mango

Citrus Quinoa Salad

 Over the weekend, I wondered if Mother Nature missed the Spring memo (who am I kidding, I’ve been thinking this for weeks!) So I decided to revive some leftovers into a dish that’s light, refreshing and colorful to put me in a Spring frame of mind. This recipe is a great way to get rid of … [Read more...]

Customizable Trail Mix Quinoa

trail mix quinoa

Oh how I love quinoa. This popular "grain" (actually classified as a seed) is very versatile: great at breakfast in place of oats, at lunch tossed with a salad, and at dinner stirred into soups and stews. A complete protein- providing all of the essential amino acids, makes it a great fit for a … [Read more...]

Quinoa with beets, oranges and pistachios

quinoa with beets and oranges

Last Monday was the first time I'd ever tried pairing beets and oranges together. I was so delighted with the results that I've been a little obsessed with the combination since. My favorite recipe emerged from four experiments, using last week's as a base, and is much more satisfying with the … [Read more...]