What are they serving in New York today? Apparently, red royal quinoa with shredded fresh cucumber and peaches.
We decided to go out last minute and I put together this 30 second dinner to take with us for Soren. I always have some kind of grain ready in the fridge (quinoa, millet, rice, oatmeal, etc.). Today it was quinoa. I just added some shredded cucumber and chopped peaches. Pure improvisation but it worked really well. We will be repeating this combination for sure and not only for the baby; it could actually be a nice side dish for adults.
Quinoa is something that I cook on a weekly basis. I add it to our salads and the baby has it in many different variations: with veggies, fruit, meat, fish, you name it. It’s a better sources of protein and vitamins and minerals than other grains.
HOW TO COOK IT:
Pour a tablespoon of olive oil in the pan, add 1 cup of quinoa (very well rinsed to prevent bitterness). Stir well to coat quinoa in oil and toast it stirring frequently for about 2-3 minutes. Add 2 cups of water. Simmer on low heat for 20 minutes. If cooking just for adults, you can add any spices into the water. Or you can cook it in a stock to add more flavor. I usually just cook it in water and without any salt to be able to use it for Soren.
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