10 Unconventional Quinoa Meals

From Quinoa Hamburger Patties to Healthy Superfood Desserts

— September 24, 2014 — Lifestyle
These quinoa meal ideas range from healthy superfood desserts to meatless alternatives for the burger lover. If you're serious about healthy living, you already know the many beneficial properties of quinoa.

The superfood is enriched with vitamins and is a great source of protein, fiber and iron. Often used as a rice or pasta alternative, the South American grain is low in calories and is as versatile to cook with as it is healthy.

Thanks to its growing popularity among foodies, quinoa is inspiring healthy smoothie products like NUWI's meal replacements along with countless recipe ideas that are sure to appeal to the healthy eater. Memorable examples from this list of quinoa meal ideas include a recipe for apple chocolate quinoa cake and quinoa pizza pops that replace traditional dough with the healthier alternative.
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Minimalist Meatless Burgers
Minimalist Meatless Burgers
These Delicious Vegetarian Burgers are Made with Quinoa Patties
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Wholesome Granola Breakfasts
Wholesome Granola Breakfasts
This Cranberry Granola Recipe is a Healthy Morning Treat
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Fruity Superfood Desserts
Fruity Superfood Desserts
This Apple Quinoa Cake is Tasty, Spicy and Enriched with Protein
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Speedy Quinoa Breakfasts
Speedy Quinoa Breakfasts
This Yogurt Parfait Recipe Takes Almost No Time to Throw Together
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Motherhood Snack Bars
Motherhood Snack Bars
eBars' Snack for Moms Deliver All-Natural, Organic Energy
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Chocolate Quinoa Desserts
Chocolate Quinoa Desserts
This Quinoa Cake Recipe Uses Whole Grain Ingredients and Tastes the Same
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Superfood Quinoa Breakfasts
Superfood Quinoa Breakfasts
Pastry Affair's Coconut Almond Quinoa is a Healthy Homemade Cereal
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Autumnal Corn Chips
Autumnal Corn Chips
Way Better's Cranberry Pumpkin Snack is Powered by Fall-Flavored Superfoods
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Grainy Dessert Bites
Grainy Dessert Bites
Joy the Baker's Kale and Quinoa Cakes Are Sweet Healthy Alternatives
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Deceiving Veggie Meatballs
Deceiving Veggie Meatballs
These Eggplant Meatballs are a Deliciously Healthy Beef Alternative
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Homemade Quinoa Bars
Homemade Quinoa Bars
This Gluten-Free Recipe Makes a Healthy Fruit and Nut Snack For On the Go
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Exotic Quinoa Cookies
Exotic Quinoa Cookies
These Quinoa Coconut Chocolate Cookies Make A Wholesome Dessert
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Confectionery Quinoa Recipes
Confectionery Quinoa Recipes
These Bittersweet Chocolate Cupcakes Are Made With Health in Mind
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Healthy Quinoa Whiskies
Healthy Quinoa Whiskies
The Corsair Quinoa Whiskey is Filled with Delicious Protein
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Southwestern Veggie Burgers
Southwestern Veggie Burgers
This Quinoa Burger Patty is Tasty and Good for You
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Convenient Superfood Meals
Convenient Superfood Meals
The Detox Kitchen Grab n' Go Dishes Blend Flavor and Nutrition
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Healthy Savory Seed Pops
Healthy Savory Seed Pops
Quinoa Pizza Balls Healthy Cake Pop Alternatives
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Savory Quinoa Drinks
Savory Quinoa Drinks
NUWI Quinoa Snacks Take the Form of Beverages
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Revamped Japanese Dishes
Revamped Japanese Dishes
Quinoa Sushi Rolls are a Healthy Option Packed With Nutrients
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Oatmeal-Oriented Pop-Ups
Oatmeal-Oriented Pop-Ups
The Porridge Cafe is a Breakfast-Oriented Restaurant in London
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Oatmeal Smoothie Pouches
Oatmeal Smoothie Pouches
The Munk Pack's Snack Packaging Design Caters to Adventurers of All Ages
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