Apple Cinnamon Raisin Walnut Quinoa Recipe
Quinoa is a seed from a grain crop traditionally used in ancient South American cultures. It used like other whole grains and is quick cooking, typically 15-25 minutes. It is very dense in protein, as well as a rich source of various minerals such as iron, magnesium, phosphorous, manganese, zinc and copper. It also contains various vitamins such as folate, thiamin, riboflavin, and vitamin e. It works well as a grain alternative in meals, in soups, stews, or a side dish. It can also be used as a breakfast or dessert. See the following recipe for a tasty breakfast, snack, or dessert using seasonal produce! The walnuts add extra protein and fat to help balance the blood sugar response of this meal as well as healthy anti-inflammatory omega 3 fats!
Apple Cinnamon Raisin Walnut Quinoa
Recipe By: Eric Sharer, MPH, RD, CSO, CDN
Yield: 4 servings Serving Size: ½ cup
Ingredients:
2 each Organic Apples, cored & diced
1 ½ cup Organic Apple Juice or Organic Apple Cider
½ cup Water
1 cup Quinoa
¼ cup Raisins
¼ cup tart cherries, dried or Cranberries, dried (Optional)
Pinch Nutmeg
½ teaspoon Cinnamon, ground
½ cup Walnuts, toasted and chopped
Directions:
- Combine apple juice, water, and quinoa in sauce pot. Cover and bring to a boil. Turn down to a simmer and add apples, raisins, cranberries/tart cherries, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Cook for 15-20 minutes until quinoa is cooked.
- Add walnuts to quinoa mixture. Serve warm, or chill and serve cold. Top with fruit non-dairy ice cream.
