Quin-what?

Quinoa (pronounced “keen-wah”), which we think of, and prepare, as a grain, is actually the edible seed of a South American plant. It also packs a pretty powerful punch. One cup of cooked quinoa contains about 21% of your daily fiber needs, 16% of your daily protein needs and 15% of your iron needs (based on a 2,000 calorie diet), in 222 calories. For an easy and delicious recipe using quinoa, here’s a recipe for “Cranberry-Walnut Quinoa Salad” from FoodNetwork.com.

Tip: This salad travels well as a snack or lunch to bring with you to work.

Quinoa (pronounced “keen-wah”), which we think of, and prepare, as a grain, is actually the edible seed of a South American plant. It also packs a pretty powerful punch. One cup of cooked quinoa contains about 21% of your daily fiber needs, 16% of your daily protein needs and 15% of your iron needs (based on a 2,000 calorie diet), in 222 calories. For an easy and delicious recipe using quinoa, here’s a recipe for “Cranberry-Walnut Quinoa Salad” from FoodNetwork.com.

Tip: This salad travels well as a snack or lunch to bring with you to work.