Power Oatmeal

Power Oatmeal

If you are looking for ways to include more grains into your diet, this recipe fits the bill. This energized oatmeal is made with steel-cut oats, amaranth and millet. Amaranth is an excellent source of fiber and iron and contains about 7 g protein per 1/4 cup. Millet...
Almond Quinoa Granola

Almond Quinoa Granola

Ingredients: 2/3 cup maple syrup 4 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 cup canola oil 2 cups whole almonds, chopped coarse 2 cups unsweetened flaked coconut 1 cup quinoa flakes 1 cup oats 1 cup pepitas dried fruit of your choice Directions: Line a baking sheet with...
Quinoa-Walnut-Raisin Muffins

Quinoa-Walnut-Raisin Muffins

These Quinoa-Walnut-Raisin muffins are the perfect protein-rich breakfast when you are short on time to prepare breakfast or as a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. You need one cup of cooked quinoa, so it’s a great recipe for getting rid of that leftover quinoa in the...
Tomato Couscous

Tomato Couscous

My daughter loves this dish, I never seem to make enough.  So, be prepared to double the recipe next time. Ingredients: 1 cup whole wheat couscous 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 onion, chopped fine 1 Tbsp tomato paste 1 tsp sugar 2 ripe tomatoes, chopped or 1/4 cup canned...