The first time I saw quinoa, I thought it was pronounced “kee-no-a”, but come to find out…its actually KEEN-wah. I wonder how long I went around calling it kee-no-a?

What is quinoa you ask? Well, although its thought to be a type of grain, its actually a seed that’s high in protein and works really well as a substitute for rice. In fact, it includes all nine essential amino acids, making it a “complete protein”.

Not only is it high in protein, but is also related to leafy vegetables such as Swiss chard and Spinach. Its unbelievably high in manganese, magnesium, and rich in amino acids.

Research indicates that due to its high content of magnesium (which relaxes blood vessels), it can be helpful for those who suffer from migraines and much, much more.

For all these reasons, you can see why I want to incorporate more of quinoa into my diet. So when I got a request for more vegetarian/vegan type recipes, I knew I had to try out something with quinoa.

Try out this simple recipe for Mexican quinoa bowls…or swap your usual rice for quinoa in one of your favorite dishes.