Recipe: Quinoa Pudding with Raisins and Pecans
Quinoa is a grain-like seed, high in protein and fiber, low in fat and gluten-free. This simple pudding can be served as a dessert or side dish. It makes a great breakfast, too. Research shows that diets high in whole grains such as quinoa reduce your risk for heart disease.
Serves 4.
2/3 c. quinoa
1 1/3 c. water
1 1/3 c. apple cider
1/2 c. raisins
2 T. lemon juice, freshly squeezed
3/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. sea salt
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 T. chopped walnuts or pecans
- Rinse the quinoa by placing in a sieve or strainer and running cold water over it. Drain thoroughly. (Boxed quinoa may be pre-rinsed, so you can skip this step.)
- Place in a medium saucepan with the water.
- Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer about 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
- Add apple cider, raisins and cranberries, lemon juice, cinnamon and salt.
- Cover and simmer an additional 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
- Serve warm with 1 T. chopped pecans or walnuts on top (optional).
Nutritional Information per Serving: 238 calories, 5 g protein, 49 g carbohydrates, 3 g fat (.3 g saturated), 0 mg cholesterol, 3.5 g fiber, 153 mg sodium.
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