I’m sure most people by now have heard of quinoa but I feel like a lot of people are a little intimidated by it.  Well don’t be because it’s super easy, delicious and so healthy!  You can eat quinoa warm or cold, in soups, salads, casseroles, or for breakfast.

Quinoa is full of great nutrition and is also one of the only grains that are considered to be a complete protein source and it’s a good source of heart-healthy fats.  So with all of these great things paired with it’s great taste and versatility, there’s no reason not to include it in your diet.  Quinoa has a nutty flavor which is brought out more if you toast it first before cooking it but that’s totally optional.

With this recipe, I decided to cook the quinoa in chicken broth for some added flavor.  I also had some mushrooms and cauliflower on hand that I added in.  I just sautéed the mushrooms with garlic and olive oil and I roasted the cauliflower because it is absolutely delicious that way and adds another level of flavor.  I then made a simple vinaigrette to pour over top and it just pulled everything together!