I's spring here. Just discovered garlic scapes. OMG. Where have these been all my life??? Raw, cooked, they're very versatile...and very seasonal. Get 'em while you can, and add them to your dishes and salads!
So many influencers will say things like "oh these kelp noodles are SO good" or "I promise this cauliflower rice tastes just like rice!" LIES. I love that Nisha tells it like it is.
I’ll never forget someone tried to say that plain riced cauliflower was an excellent substitute for grated Parmesan on pasta dishes. I was like, girl… 🙄
Totally. I have never enjoyed the texture (or taste of quinoa) and really thought I was the exception. So glad to hear that many others don't like it either. Love that Nisha has, of course, come up with a great way to use it and also a great looking salad overall!
I'm loving this editing style where you show what you're about to do in little snippets then flash back to you. Great way to keep our attention and show us what we're in for!
My favorite way to eat quinoa is with a lemon/tathini dressing, and essentially all of the veggies I have on hand. Tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado, olives...The tahini dressing makes it SO good.
I have made this already and PEOPLE, this is how quinoa should live. It is a total gamechanger, SO good. I always ate it cuz I 'should'. Never excited, EVER. This will be back in my rotation for sure! Loved watching the process video on this! Thank you Nisha!
A weird way I started doing quinoa through trial and error is: - rinse - roast it in olive oil(or any oil) and some condiments until you can hear its toasted and smell it ( i usually use vegetable stock powder // not the water one because you wanna roast it ) - cook it with 1.25 cup water to 1 cup quinoa until the water is gone and let it dry out after And bam it usually tastes really good. I know it maybe sounds weird but try it out if you're low on time and want some quinoa.
I've never found quinoa blah. I love it! It's very nutty. I will absolutely wolf it down plain, I love it so much, so much so that I can't resist taking a spoonful every time I pass by it. I don't know if it's the way I prepare it, though. When I prepare it, I soak it overnight, and that really releases a lot of the saponin, and the quinoa soaks up a lot of the water. Then when I cook it, it takes about 45 minutes. I think I use about 1.5 cups of quinoa to 2 cups of water. Then after I cook it, I open the lid and let it dry out with a paper towel covering it. I think drying it out and raking it makes it stay light and fluffy.
I do enjoy your lightness and just-right cadence. Your editing is wonderful. I am fascinated by how the narration blends so well with the spoken parts. Very catchy. I have seen so many cooking videos over the past few years and yours are always the most enjoyable and informative. I discovered your work when my partner decided to adjust his ovo-lacto vegetarian diet to a plant-based one in 2020. You have been such a help to me. Thank you.
A great post! My top tips for quinoa.... ☺️ (a) Rinse if you have to (better brands don't need rinsing, you will have to test with and without to see if your brand needs it) 2. if you rinsed you will need to dry first before toasting. If you have a dehydrator this is the best way to do it as you don't actually want it to cook at this stage 3. Toast the quinoa in a pan on the stove for a few minutes. It will become aromatic (nutty aroma). Then cook as usual in water and... 4. Lay out on a tray and freeze, when frozen pop in a bag. Easy now to whip out whatever quinoa you need for any given recipe. I add it in small amounts in curries etc as it's a good protein and is super filling without compromising the flavour of the original curry Toasting quinoa before cooking it is key! 🙂
I needed this video. I have NEVER liked quinoa so I may have to give another try with these tips. Eating a food that you hate the taste of just "because it is good for you" is not my mantra.
I eat quinoa like oatmeal in the morning. Love I just about any way. I think k most people put to much water on it and it has a terrible mushy texture.
I think washing the quinoa a bit more would help. I do what Simnett Nutrition does by fill ing a pot with water with the quinoa then whisk it for a good minute and you’ll actually see the soapiness settle on top. And of course I cook it with a bit of broth. But, if I don’t wanna add excess sodium, I’ll mix it with different kinds of rice to increase to diversity of plants.
@jaminwaite3867 - The first time I tried quinoa, it was horribly bitter. I just couldn't understand why so many people loved it. It was a while before I found out that it needed rinsing to get the coating off. The package I bought never mentioned that tidbit.
I am 100% baking my quinoa from here on out! Love your tips. I've been putting tahini in my tofu scramble and it has been a game changer. You're an amazing cook!
I actually love adding plain quinoa to my salads to bulk them up. I don't mind the taste or texture because it absorbs the dressing nicely. But this is a creative spin that I'd definitely try inappropriating into my salads!
I really need to start doing this. In the past I’ve eaten pre-made salads with quinoa, which were super tasty… but at home I’ve only experimented with it hot. I like stir frying some veggies and adding spices (like cumin, red pepper flakes, etc) then combining it all. Tastes like a crunchier fried rice. The cool thing about cold quinoa being in salads is it really doesn’t need any seasoning when you have the dressing to shine. Seems like a super healthy and convenient way to pack in extra fiber and cold veggies😋 thank you for the inspiration!
@@hortensejones4050there's no definitive research on that yet. Another method I see suggested is to toast quinoa before boiling, which should improve flavour, though won't be crunchy as in Nisha's recipe.
@@hortensejones4050 Quinoa should not be affected by cooking and roasting. It is mainly made of fiber, protein, carbs, and trace minerals that don't degrade or "lose nutritional value" from cooking. It does have kaempferol and quercetin that are probably not heat tolerant, but you should just have some kale or arugula for those instead as quinoa contains quite little. Remember it is always better to eat cooked and flavored veggies/whole grains than none at all!
Me too - spent the whole video thinking I am really weird as so many people seem to hate it 😂 I think it has a lovely nutty flavour and as I am a coeliac it makes a great alternative to couscous for me & I also like to mix it with rice and buckwheat! ☺
Right?! I usually do a simple olive oil and vinegar or lemon Then add raw veggies and herbs, olives or sweet vinegar peppers, and it’s delicious. And definitely a main event!
Actually the thought of making quinoa dry and crunchy weirds me out. Maybe as a salad topper? But I like my quinoa light and fluffy. Not dry and crunchy
First I was very skeptic because of the million ingredients and the ton of work this salad needed, but OMG this is the best thing I ate is a long-long time! 🤩
I always like something sweet in a grain or orzo salad like that. It’s usually golden raisins but to this I think I would add dried cranberries or dried cherries. I’ve even used dried blueberries when it’s all I had on hand. I also had a salad recently with pomegranate seeds that was so good.
This was truly the most awesome salad. Took a bit to make it, but totally worth the labor. Whole family enjoyed the crunchy quinoa dish Thank you for sharing this recipe with us - I will be making this again and again. Daughter said this is in the top five dishes I've made.
Instead of rawa, I use quinoa to make my upma. And I use broth to cook it. Also, I use a 1:1 ratio when cooking the quinoa. I will have to try this recipe soon. It looks delicious.
i am not a quinoa lover either, nisha. and i actually had a full cooked bowl in my fridge, staring me down. i toasted it, as per your instructions, and what a game changer! thank you so much for the inspiration.
just got back from the grocery store -excited to make this this evening.... first time eating quinoa and/or fennel ..thank you for the recipe ...now on a more serious note...can you PLEASE drop a link for your shirt/dress.. please, please, please :)
This video makes me so happy. I have never been a quinoa fan. I always talk myself into trying it AGAIN and force myself to eat it. I am excited to try this salad. I think the textures will be a win. Thank you for sharing!
I learned how to cook quinoa from Martha Rose Shulman in the NYTimes years ago. Always rinse well. One cup quinoa to three cups water. Cook for exactly 16 minutes. Drain well. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes (essential). Perfect every time. I always keep a batch in the fridge and eat it cold as my breakfast cereal with blueberries and milk. Love it.
I absolutely agree, that everyone should do what they see fit and upgrading your quinoa is great if you don't like it otherwise. I personally love quinoa as it is! And have to say to this process: It adds so many steps, so many extras and costs sooo much more time, that i think i'd just simply swap it for something else instead of going all these lengths. i find it unnecessary tbh. looks great though!
I just made quinoa salad tonight for dinner, before I saw this video was up. It was a really yummy salad but I think I’ll definitely try roasting the quinoa next time! It looks like a whole new level!
“Only Tonight: QUINOA”!! so good 😂🎉. One of my favorite quinoa recipes is making red lentil wraps with soaked quinoa. I am going to make baked quinoa those it looks great!
I cannot express how greatful I am for this recepie! I hated quinoa. HATED. But I tried your way yesterday and this baked quinoa is amazing. I put it in a jar and I will use it to so many meals!
I like to add loads of water to my quinoa, boil till 90% done, drain the water and cover and leave the rest 10% to cook in the steam. That way the bitter taste goes out. I like the toasting idea though. Will try.
I found this recipe via you awhile back. We LOVE it!!! The crunch of the Quinoa is one of the things that make it. I've made it with whatever veggies are in my fridge. Anything works since there is so much flavor in the marinated chick peas.
Omg, I haaaate the texture of quinoa and I would keep buying it to use as a grain as it has protein, but I still have some left. I'm so trying this, thank you!
I'll just go and cook this forever.... amazing way of bringing up together so many potentially boring ingredients and making something yummi our of them!! thanks for public service Nisha!
I am not vegan but I always cook your recipies for my vegan sister in law and will add my own meat protein to my portion. My in laws are Indian too so your recipes are perfect cuz they need A LOT of flavor in their food 😂. This recipie looks delicious, can't wait to make it! Tysm
Your videos are great, and this won't be the only one to revolutionize my approach to a food! Since you're the queen of food tricks, you may already know that instead of cutting off the bottom of asparagus, you can simply "snap" it: the woody part will pop off in the exact spot! Thank you so much for your generosity in sharing and inventiveness ❤
I honestly like quinoa but I cook it in all the things. I have seen roasted quinoa and have been meaning to try it. Thanks for the recipe. Also, thank you for your realness. It is truly appreciated.
Very cool new take on making quinoa. I have been soaking them overnight to sprout them and when I cook it I flavor the water with black salt and cayenne pepper. It spruces up the flavor. Quinoa is my rice replacement so I will eat it with everything. This is a fresh approach I’m going to try…awesome video!
Hey Nisha! Amazing video. You have such a wonderful blend of creative and technical mind which means we get the best recipes ❤❤ thank you! Definitely going to try this recipe.
Great tips as always💖 I started adding a cup of quinoa to any jasmine rice I make and it is awesome! Adds a little bit more texture to rice but very subtle. I make a green rice. I rough chop •celery • onion •cilantro •green bell pepper •fresh garlic or garlic powder •cumin and/or coriander •salt & pepper Add altogether to a food processor or blender with however much water is needed to cook rice mixture 2/1 ratio. Next: I toast rice and quinoa with onion and olive oil in a pan. Add green mixture to rice briefly stir and cover, bring to boil then reduce heat to low. Cook until ready, roughly 20 minutes (Squeeze lime or lemon over top) (Carefully add green water mixture to pan because it will bubble up!) (If you want to spice it up you could add jalapeño, poblano, Serrano, etc. to green mixture) Chefs kiss 💋
Thank you for yet another great recipe! Where did you get your dinner plate/bowl from? I’ve been searching for that exact style, size, function, etc. with no luck. Thank you!
I make quinoa salad basically the same as your before version and love it, but I’m definitely going to try the super extra after version. Looks so yummy!
I love quinoa & cook it via water in an instapot. though I wouldnt eat or like it plain either though. It is meant to be mixed as it absorbs the liquids you combine it with, so I add marinara, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, parsley, add spinach, grate some cheddar cheese. Yummy.
I definitely connect with this video for 2 reasons: 1)the use of pomegranate vinegar is my go to and 2)definitely am not a garlic press person either. This looks delicious and pretty accurate to what I do anyways except I have never toasted the quinoa but will do now on! Thank you
Thanks for this video. I used to love quinoa as a kid but then suddenly found it so gross for the past couple decades. I've been wanting to add it back into my diet, so I'm looking forward to trying your tips❤
WOW 😮. I "thought" I knew how to cook quinoa (I actually like quinoa). But, OMG ‼️. You took something I already like and transformed it into something I friggin LOVE❣️❣️❣️❣️ 💚🌱
I'm am so loving the style of your content and story flow recently. This recipe looks delicious.I will be making this. Thank you 🙏🏽 and Shoutout to all the garlic pressure lol✨🧄
An absolute game changer - my husband just entered the kitchen because he heard me saying “oh my god that’s so delicious!” while eating a spoon of the crispy and golden brown quinoa 🎉
I sprout it, then cook it. Soak it a few hours, rinse, quinoa sprouts in a day. After sprouting, cook for 15 minutes. A brief slow roast on top of the stove before cooking improves the flavor even more, but it is not necessary. The sprouting is what makes it taste so much better.
Thank you for your video. I have always liked quinoa "the normal way". However, following your instructions, makes it a completely different thing. I used garlic, fennel and romanesco, to bake and added ruccola, scallions and cherry tomatoes to complete the salad when cold. I love it!
This was a lot of work for a salad but I like the basic concept of toasting the quinoa in the oven and added less water to it while cooking. Thanks for sharing!
One of my favorite uses of quinoa is to blend it into a pate,.... sort of like a liver pate, though I only have distant memories of that. Made with herbs, (thyme, sage, rosemary, oregano and tarragon)spices(smoked paprika, dijon, salt and pepper)mushrooms, walnuts,and red wine for deglazing, touch of balsamic, heaps of vegan butter for setting and nutritional yeast. Rainbow quinoa (white, red and black) gives a good color. Family favorite. Also love quinoa in tabouleh...again loads of herbs.
Omg where have you been, recently discovered your channel and I’m already hooked, your sense of humor, and knowledge is phenomenal. I LOVE watching your videos ❤
After rinsing it, toasting it in coconut oil olive oil or avocado oil until it starts to smell nice and nutty. Then all that's needed is some flavored broth and it will taste great
I love quinoa and baking it seems like a bit of too much work for me, but it does look great, so maybe I'll try this. I will say that if you add a teaspoon of vegan butter and mix in some tumeric when you are cooking it it really absorbs the flavours and becomes much richer.
Justa made this, actually eating this rn. Simply delicious! I used completely diferent vegetables because i have some leftovers i wanted to try and its definetly worth it!
if you pan fry your quinoa it become nutty and you have already removed the saponin so you don't need to rinse it. Much tastier than rinsed quinoa !!!! Thanks Nisha. Best to you and your family.
Get the printable recipe here: rainbowplantlife.com/quinoa-salad/
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I's spring here. Just discovered garlic scapes. OMG. Where have these been all my life??? Raw, cooked, they're very versatile...and very seasonal. Get 'em while you can, and add them to your dishes and salads!
So many influencers will say things like "oh these kelp noodles are SO good" or "I promise this cauliflower rice tastes just like rice!" LIES. I love that Nisha tells it like it is.
😂 hahaha I do love cauliflower but I will never tell you that cauliflower rice tastes the same as rice.
I’ll never forget someone tried to say that plain riced cauliflower was an excellent substitute for grated Parmesan on pasta dishes. I was like, girl… 🙄
@slapaho but a grated macadamia nut works pretty well in a pinch.
Totally. I have never enjoyed the texture (or taste of quinoa) and really thought I was the exception. So glad to hear that many others don't like it either. Love that Nisha has, of course, come up with a great way to use it and also a great looking salad overall!
@@RainbowPlantLife right? I love cauliflower fucking love it but cauliflower rice is just no 😩 they ruined the cauliflower
I'm loving this editing style where you show what you're about to do in little snippets then flash back to you. Great way to keep our attention and show us what we're in for!
My favorite way to eat quinoa is with a lemon/tathini dressing, and essentially all of the veggies I have on hand. Tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado, olives...The tahini dressing makes it SO good.
What is your recipe? Sounds delicious
Great idea,thanks. I just love tahini
Do you add maple syrup or garlic or anything
Thank you so much I have all those topping you resolved my meal for dinner
Can I ask for your recipe? 😊
I have made this already and PEOPLE, this is how quinoa should live. It is a total gamechanger, SO good. I always ate it cuz I 'should'. Never excited, EVER. This will be back in my rotation for sure! Loved watching the process video on this! Thank you Nisha!
🥳 so delighted to hear you enjoyed quinoa so much in this recipe! Thank you for sharing!
A weird way I started doing quinoa through trial and error is:
- rinse
- roast it in olive oil(or any oil) and some condiments until you can hear its toasted and smell it ( i usually use vegetable stock powder // not the water one because you wanna roast it )
- cook it with 1.25 cup water to 1 cup quinoa until the water is gone and let it dry out after
And bam it usually tastes really good. I know it maybe sounds weird but try it out if you're low on time and want some quinoa.
This is actually the usual way to cook it so you lucked into tradition
@@LocdnessMomster Lucky me I guess, I had no idea XD
that's pretty much how my mother from Italy made her rice and she called it pilaf, It's so much more flavorful than plain. Thank you for reminding me
That’s how my mom made ricearoni, never thought of doing it with quinoa. I can’t bake in the oven like this video as I always burn it.
Great suggestion, I'm going to try it out, thanks!!💟
Wow! The dish looks lovely, but the amount of pre work that goes into your dishes is mind boggling! Love your energy!
Yes! I want to eat this so badly but will not make it myself… looks amazing! But allot of work.
I've never found quinoa blah. I love it! It's very nutty. I will absolutely wolf it down plain, I love it so much, so much so that I can't resist taking a spoonful every time I pass by it. I don't know if it's the way I prepare it, though. When I prepare it, I soak it overnight, and that really releases a lot of the saponin, and the quinoa soaks up a lot of the water. Then when I cook it, it takes about 45 minutes. I think I use about 1.5 cups of quinoa to 2 cups of water. Then after I cook it, I open the lid and let it dry out with a paper towel covering it. I think drying it out and raking it makes it stay light and fluffy.
There is multi coloured quinoa available where I live, and I can recommend using it for example in a carrot lentil soup. Very tasty!
Does baking it destroy any of the nutrients and stuff that make quinoa so healthy? I’d be curious to hear about that
I was just thinking that as well
I do enjoy your lightness and just-right cadence. Your editing is wonderful. I am fascinated by how the narration blends so well with the spoken parts. Very catchy. I have seen so many cooking videos over the past few years and yours are always the most enjoyable and informative. I discovered your work when my partner decided to adjust his ovo-lacto vegetarian diet to a plant-based one in 2020. You have been such a help to me. Thank you.
A great post! My top tips for quinoa.... ☺️
(a) Rinse if you have to (better brands don't need rinsing, you will have to test with and without to see if your brand needs it)
2. if you rinsed you will need to dry first before toasting. If you have a dehydrator this is the best way to do it as you don't actually want it to cook at this stage
3. Toast the quinoa in a pan on the stove for a few minutes. It will become aromatic (nutty aroma). Then cook as usual in water and...
4. Lay out on a tray and freeze, when frozen pop in a bag. Easy now to whip out whatever quinoa you need for any given recipe. I add it in small amounts in curries etc as it's a good protein and is super filling without compromising the flavour of the original curry
Toasting quinoa before cooking it is key! 🙂
Thanks!
I don't like normally cooked Quinoa but it's a very cheap nutrient dense source of protein and ??? These super healthy Kinds of fiber....
Have you tried it her way? Boiling then roasting. Cuz it seems to make more sense . Just curious about difference
I needed this video. I have NEVER liked quinoa so I may have to give another try with these tips. Eating a food that you hate the taste of just "because it is good for you" is not my mantra.
I love quinoa.
No one else in my family does.
I use instead of rice & substitute cracked wheat for taboulee.
I eat quinoa like oatmeal in the morning. Love I just about any way. I think k most people put to much water on it and it has a terrible mushy texture.
I think washing the quinoa a bit more would help. I do what Simnett Nutrition does by fill ing a pot with water with the quinoa then whisk it for a good minute and you’ll actually see the soapiness settle on top. And of course I cook it with a bit of broth. But, if I don’t wanna add excess sodium, I’ll mix it with different kinds of rice to increase to diversity of plants.
@jaminwaite3867 - The first time I tried quinoa, it was horribly bitter. I just couldn't understand why so many people loved it. It was a while before I found out that it needed rinsing to get the coating off. The package I bought never mentioned that tidbit.
I too follow simnett nutrition. He seems like a cool guy and have used some of his recipes.
Looks tasty, I love quinoa. I've never tried crispy quinoa before, thanks for the tip!
It’s such a fun way to use quinoa! Hope you’ll love it :)
I am 100% baking my quinoa from here on out! Love your tips. I've been putting tahini in my tofu scramble and it has been a game changer. You're an amazing cook!
☺️ thank you Colleen! So happy you’re enjoying the tofu scramble hack!
I actually love adding plain quinoa to my salads to bulk them up. I don't mind the taste or texture because it absorbs the dressing nicely. But this is a creative spin that I'd definitely try inappropriating into my salads!
True, for me I like to add it to my soups since I barely notice it!
I really need to start doing this. In the past I’ve eaten pre-made salads with quinoa, which were super tasty… but at home I’ve only experimented with it hot. I like stir frying some veggies and adding spices (like cumin, red pepper flakes, etc) then combining it all. Tastes like a crunchier fried rice. The cool thing about cold quinoa being in salads is it really doesn’t need any seasoning when you have the dressing to shine. Seems like a super healthy and convenient way to pack in extra fiber and cold veggies😋 thank you for the inspiration!
We need a Rainbow Plant Life restaurant!!!!
I love that you basically turned quinoa into toasted bread crumbs. Genius! 😄
Ha, this is a great description!
I was thinking the same thing and wondering what to use it as breading on 🤔
Do you know if quinoa retains any/all nutritional value when it’s cooked and baked? Thanks, as always. Your videos (cookbook) & you are gems.👏👏👏🌿💕🌿🌷
@@hortensejones4050there's no definitive research on that yet. Another method I see suggested is to toast quinoa before boiling, which should improve flavour, though won't be crunchy as in Nisha's recipe.
@@hortensejones4050 Quinoa should not be affected by cooking and roasting. It is mainly made of fiber, protein, carbs, and trace minerals that don't degrade or "lose nutritional value" from cooking. It does have kaempferol and quercetin that are probably not heat tolerant, but you should just have some kale or arugula for those instead as quinoa contains quite little.
Remember it is always better to eat cooked and flavored veggies/whole grains than none at all!
I love quinoa the way it is. Rinse it VERY well, because of the saponins.
I can't believe you don't like quinoa. I love it plain. However I also love your recipes, so I would definitely try it this way. ❤
Me too - spent the whole video thinking I am really weird as so many people seem to hate it 😂 I think it has a lovely nutty flavour and as I am a coeliac it makes a great alternative to couscous for me & I also like to mix it with rice and buckwheat! ☺
Quinoa does not taste good unless you find a way to make it taste good, it’s not like white rice.
I love quinoa too. This is the first time I ever heard someone didn't like it!
Right?!
I usually do a simple olive oil and vinegar or lemon
Then add raw veggies and herbs, olives or sweet vinegar peppers, and it’s delicious. And definitely a main event!
Actually the thought of making quinoa dry and crunchy weirds me out.
Maybe as a salad topper? But I like my quinoa light and fluffy. Not dry and crunchy
First I was very skeptic because of the million ingredients and the ton of work this salad needed, but OMG this is the best thing I ate is a long-long time! 🤩
You consider THAT a lot of work?
That's scary
I always like something sweet in a grain or orzo salad like that. It’s usually golden raisins but to this I think I would add dried cranberries or dried cherries. I’ve even used dried blueberries when it’s all I had on hand. I also had a salad recently with pomegranate seeds that was so good.
you can also add a cinnamon stick when cooking quinoa for extra flavor!
I really like quinoa, even without the hacks.
Yeah I think it's just neutral, like rice. I don't mind the texture or taste it just goes with whatever you put in it
Me tooo
This was truly the most awesome salad. Took a bit to make it, but totally worth the labor. Whole family enjoyed the crunchy quinoa dish Thank you for sharing this recipe with us - I will be making this again and again. Daughter said this is in the top five dishes I've made.
I love how more realistic and fun this video is. Well done!
Instead of rawa, I use quinoa to make my upma. And I use broth to cook it. Also, I use a 1:1 ratio when cooking the quinoa. I will have to try this recipe soon. It looks delicious.
i am not a quinoa lover either, nisha. and i actually had a full cooked bowl in my fridge, staring me down. i toasted it, as per your instructions, and what a game changer! thank you so much for the inspiration.
just got back from the grocery store -excited to make this this evening.... first time eating quinoa and/or fennel ..thank you for the recipe ...now on a more serious note...can you PLEASE drop a link for your shirt/dress.. please, please, please :)
You are like the vegan mother we all need
Hahaha I’ve never thought of myself as a traditional mother, but I’ll take vegan mother!
speak for yourself
@@RainbowPlantLife Well what's the difference? Except animal products..
@@ladylight66ugh the profile picture 🤣🤢save me
Speak for yourself. I am an adult, I don't need to be mothered. Grow up.
This video makes me so happy. I have never been a quinoa fan. I always talk myself into trying it AGAIN and force myself to eat it. I am excited to try this salad. I think the textures will be a win. Thank you for sharing!
We just had your amazing quinoa salad for lunch. Yummy - came out great with roasted onions, garlic and fennel bulbs. Thank you!
I’m blown away by the baking trick. Love it!!
I learned how to cook quinoa from Martha Rose Shulman in the NYTimes years ago. Always rinse well. One cup quinoa to three cups water. Cook for exactly 16 minutes. Drain well. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes (essential). Perfect every time. I always keep a batch in the fridge and eat it cold as my breakfast cereal with blueberries and milk. Love it.
She just said use less water though
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I absolutely agree, that everyone should do what they see fit and upgrading your quinoa is great if you don't like it otherwise. I personally love quinoa as it is! And have to say to this process: It adds so many steps, so many extras and costs sooo much more time, that i think i'd just simply swap it for something else instead of going all these lengths. i find it unnecessary tbh. looks great though!
Once again... you hit this out of the park!! I also am not a quinoa fan but this was a great warm salad meal!!
Love to hear that, Cindy! I love a warm salad meal 🥳
I just made quinoa salad tonight for dinner, before I saw this video was up. It was a really yummy salad but I think I’ll definitely try roasting the quinoa next time! It looks like a whole new level!
Thanks!
Cooked this for dinner. Tasted great! I didn’t use fennel but I added a small tin of canned corn kernels.
Great idea about the quinoa and the salad looks delicious. And...you crack me up. So, all in all, a very enjoyable and helpful video!
“Only Tonight: QUINOA”!! so good 😂🎉. One of my favorite quinoa recipes is making red lentil wraps with soaked quinoa. I am going to make baked quinoa those it looks great!
I cannot express how greatful I am for this recepie! I hated quinoa. HATED. But I tried your way yesterday and this baked quinoa is amazing. I put it in a jar and I will use it to so many meals!
I am delighted to hear that! It’s such a game changer and I’m glad you’re loving it!
How long does it last you? Curious!
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I like to add loads of water to my quinoa, boil till 90% done, drain the water and cover and leave the rest 10% to cook in the steam. That way the bitter taste goes out. I like the toasting idea though. Will try.
Just what I was looking for! I made quinoa today and was wondering how to "jooj it up," so thanks!
I found this recipe via you awhile back. We LOVE it!!! The crunch of the Quinoa is one of the things that make it. I've made it with whatever veggies are in my fridge. Anything works since there is so much flavor in the marinated chick peas.
I rinse my quinoa thoroughly and cook it in vegetable stock, it tastes good to me 😋
Great option of toasting the quinoa. And cooking with less water is a wonderful solution- I have done this too, but will try the toasting today.
What i really like doing is cooking the quinoa for 1 to 2 min in a pan with olive oil before boiling it I find it gives it a nicer flavouring!
How do you store your aquafaba? Thanks for the quiona inspiration! 😊
Omg, I haaaate the texture of quinoa and I would keep buying it to use as a grain as it has protein, but I still have some left. I'm so trying this, thank you!
I made this tonight & it came out perfectly crunchy! It tasted great & made my salad look beautiful!
I'll just go and cook this forever.... amazing way of bringing up together so many potentially boring ingredients and making something yummi our of them!! thanks for public service Nisha!
I am not vegan but I always cook your recipies for my vegan sister in law and will add my own meat protein to my portion. My in laws are Indian too so your recipes are perfect cuz they need A LOT of flavor in their food 😂.
This recipie looks delicious, can't wait to make it! Tysm
Your videos are great, and this won't be the only one to revolutionize my approach to a food! Since you're the queen of food tricks, you may already know that instead of cutting off the bottom of asparagus, you can simply "snap" it: the woody part will pop off in the exact spot! Thank you so much for your generosity in sharing and inventiveness ❤
Love you Nisha, for transforming cardboard sand into a tasty food! Thank you thank you💚
Haha your comment made me laugh. You’re welcome, Jana!
Will definently have to try this..do you know if toasting the quinoa changes the nutritional conten?
Thank you for this I have a bag of quinoa I was scared to use! Beautiful dress btw!
I honestly like quinoa but I cook it in all the things. I have seen roasted quinoa and have been meaning to try it. Thanks for the recipe. Also, thank you for your realness. It is truly appreciated.
I like the way you get on with the recipe. You are concise and to the point. Good video, thanx!
Just cooked up this recipe for lunch. Delicious! Especially liked the fennel.
Very cool new take on making quinoa. I have been soaking them overnight to sprout them and when I cook it I flavor the water with black salt and cayenne pepper. It spruces up the flavor. Quinoa is my rice replacement so I will eat it with everything. This is a fresh approach I’m going to try…awesome video!
I usually mix it with equal parts of rolled barley as a substitution for normal white rice. It has been working pretty well.
I honestly love your humor, never thought recipe videos could make me laugh so much :D
Hey Nisha! Amazing video. You have such a wonderful blend of creative and technical mind which means we get the best recipes ❤❤ thank you! Definitely going to try this recipe.
Such a great recipe! So many elements but really worth it!! Thanks for sharing your innovative recipees
Great tips as always💖
I started adding a cup of quinoa to any jasmine rice I make and it is awesome! Adds a little bit more texture to rice but very subtle. I make a green rice.
I rough chop
•celery
• onion
•cilantro
•green bell pepper
•fresh garlic or garlic powder
•cumin and/or coriander
•salt & pepper
Add altogether to a food processor or blender with however much water is needed to cook rice mixture 2/1 ratio.
Next:
I toast rice and quinoa with onion and olive oil in a pan.
Add green mixture to rice briefly stir and cover, bring to boil then reduce heat to low. Cook until ready, roughly 20 minutes
(Squeeze lime or lemon over top)
(Carefully add green water mixture to pan because it will bubble up!)
(If you want to spice it up you could add jalapeño, poblano, Serrano, etc. to green mixture)
Chefs kiss 💋
Thank you for yet another great recipe!
Where did you get your dinner plate/bowl from? I’ve been searching for that exact style, size, function, etc. with no luck. Thank you!
I make quinoa salad basically the same as your before version and love it, but I’m definitely going to try the super extra after version. Looks so yummy!
I love quinoa & cook it via water in an instapot. though I wouldnt eat or like it plain either though. It is meant to be mixed as it absorbs the liquids you combine it with, so I add marinara, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, parsley, add spinach, grate some cheddar cheese. Yummy.
I definitely connect with this video for 2 reasons: 1)the use of pomegranate vinegar is my go to and 2)definitely am not a garlic press person either. This looks delicious and pretty accurate to what I do anyways except I have never toasted the quinoa but will do now on! Thank you
I love your culinary humor. Your videos do cheer me up!
Thanks for this video. I used to love quinoa as a kid but then suddenly found it so gross for the past couple decades. I've been wanting to add it back into my diet, so I'm looking forward to trying your tips❤
WOW 😮. I "thought" I knew how to cook quinoa (I actually like quinoa). But, OMG ‼️. You took something I already like and transformed it into something I friggin LOVE❣️❣️❣️❣️
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In Ecuador 🇪🇨 South America where qinuoa comes from, the high Andes we eat it in soup 🥣 so good!
Excellent job teaching me new ways to stay healthy. Love it! Thank you for being you.
Mix quinoa 50/50 with brown rice and cook it mixed together. Makes both palatable and actually tasty.
I'm am so loving the style of your content and story flow recently. This recipe looks delicious.I will be making this. Thank you 🙏🏽 and Shoutout to all the garlic pressure lol✨🧄
Whaaaat I love quinoa- even plain and soggy! But your recipes never disappoint. Thank you for another hit :)
Me too😂. I learned to love it in Peru, where it comes from.
Me too!
Wonderful idea to toast the quinoa a bit. Make it more delicious. Thank you.
An absolute game changer - my husband just entered the kitchen because he heard me saying “oh my god that’s so delicious!” while eating a spoon of the crispy and golden brown quinoa 🎉
I sprout it, then cook it. Soak it a few hours, rinse, quinoa sprouts in a day. After sprouting, cook for 15 minutes. A brief slow roast on top of the stove before cooking improves the flavor even more, but it is not necessary. The sprouting is what makes it taste so much better.
Thank you so much!!! 🎉 I have struggled with quinoa as well.
Thank you for your video. I have always liked quinoa "the normal way". However, following your instructions, makes it a completely different thing. I used garlic, fennel and romanesco, to bake and added ruccola, scallions and cherry tomatoes to complete the salad when cold. I love it!
This was a lot of work for a salad but I like the basic concept of toasting the quinoa in the oven and added less water to it while cooking. Thanks for sharing!
Can we store toasted quinoa in refrigerator for ready to use or it will be soggy?
One of my favorite uses of quinoa is to blend it into a pate,.... sort of like a liver pate, though I only have distant memories of that.
Made with herbs, (thyme, sage, rosemary, oregano and tarragon)spices(smoked paprika, dijon, salt and pepper)mushrooms, walnuts,and red wine for deglazing, touch of balsamic, heaps of vegan butter for setting and nutritional yeast.
Rainbow quinoa (white, red and black) gives a good color.
Family favorite.
Also love quinoa in tabouleh...again loads of herbs.
Omg where have you been, recently discovered your channel and I’m already hooked, your sense of humor, and knowledge is phenomenal. I LOVE watching your videos ❤
Hi, you can soak the shallot in water for a while and peeling becomes much easier then
Just tried this today and it turned out delicious.
Finally know how to make quinoa.
Thanks a ton.
After rinsing it, toasting it in coconut oil olive oil or avocado oil until it starts to smell nice and nutty. Then all that's needed is some flavored broth and it will taste great
I love quinoa and baking it seems like a bit of too much work for me, but it does look great, so maybe I'll try this. I will say that if you add a teaspoon of vegan butter and mix in some tumeric when you are cooking it it really absorbs the flavours and becomes much richer.
I love how healthy this is!!! Please keep making more content!
I just made this, and it's so good I can't stop eating it. Your recipes are always awesome!
Aaah, I actually love quinoa, and this recipe looks fantastic! Will be trying this ❤
Justa made this, actually eating this rn. Simply delicious! I used completely diferent vegetables because i have some leftovers i wanted to try and its definetly worth it!
I usually put the stems of my herbs in the freezer and when I cook soups that I intend to blend I add them :)
if you pan fry your quinoa it become nutty and you have already removed the saponin so you don't need to rinse it. Much tastier than rinsed quinoa !!!! Thanks Nisha. Best to you and your family.
Never thought of trying it crispy. Thanks for the tip!
i am eating this after making this myself and i can't get it fast enough in my mouth! This is revolutionary, i'm so excited!!!