Its versatility allows it to be used in the most diverse dishes, combining textures and flavors.
There has been a lot of talk about superfoods, a category that groups together foods that, in themselves, contain high nutritional values, that is, they are rich in protective substances that add various benefits to the health of those who consume them as part of a balanced diet.
Quinoa is on the list of superfoods, together with ora-pro-nóbis, as it contains high doses of phosphorus and calcium, as well as a high percentage of proteins. Also available in flakes and flour, its grains are very versatile, which allows it to be incorporated into the most diverse recipes, both in soups and salads and in cake and bread doughs, as the article highlights. “Do superfoods exist?” See 12 articles that have already received the controversial nickname’by Queen Celia Pereira.
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But anyone who thinks this is all quinoa has to offer in one dish is wrong. Very elaborate recipes, which mix textures and flavours, have food as an ingredient. In this article we have separated 4 tips to play at home; watch:
Quinoa risotto with Thai sauce
Light, balanced and crunchy, this dish created by chef Didier Labbé, of restaurant Didier, pairs quinoa with prawns and baroa chips. Discover the full recipe here.
Quinoa tabbouleh
Carla Pernambuco and Carolina Brandão are the names behind this recipe which, in addition to quinoa, includes lentils, mint, fennel, apricots, walnuts and radish. Find out step by step here.
Honey-lacquered chicken leg with quinoa galette and mushrooms
In this dish, quinoa is mixed with asparagus, shimeji and fresh herbs for mini pancakes that accompany chicken seasoned with honey, brown sugar and soy sauce. Find out how to do it here.
Sweet potatoes with quinoa and dulce de leche
This recipe developed by chef Manu Buffara combines quinoa with potatoes, butter, jataí bee honey and a made-from-scratch dulce de leche. Find out more here.
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