AuthorLife and Health NetworkThe ever-versatile quinoa gets another twist as a ground beef substitute. Take this protein-packed, low-glycemic food and turn it into a healthy meat for tacos or anywhere else you need ground beef.
Ingredients
Instructions
Rinse quinoa thoroughly in a mesh strainer for 2 minutes. This step is important for getting rid of the bitter flavor of quinoa.
Add to pot with 2 cups water or broth and bring to a boil.
Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes or until liquid has been absorbed and quinoa is tender.
Transfer quinoa into a saucepan and stir in seasonings.
Add tomato sauce and let quinoa cook for 5 minutes or until quinoa crisps up to resemble taco meat.
Freeze taco meat in a ziplock bag and have it on hand for future meals.
6 servings ⅓ cup * The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients
Directions
Rinse quinoa thoroughly in a mesh strainer for 2 minutes. This step is important for getting rid of the bitter flavor of quinoa.
Add to pot with 2 cups water or broth and bring to a boil.
Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes or until liquid has been absorbed and quinoa is tender.
Transfer quinoa into a saucepan and stir in seasonings.
Add tomato sauce and let quinoa cook for 5 minutes or until quinoa crisps up to resemble taco meat.
Freeze taco meat in a ziplock bag and have it on hand for future meals.