Quinoa is increasingly consumed all over the world. It is a cereal, whose grains and leave can both be consumed.
Quinoa has been known for nearly 4,000 years. Today it is considered a superfood.
It is a favorite product of vegans, vegetarians and people who prefer healthy eating.
Quinoa is used not only as a food product, but also for medicinal purposes. It contains many useful substances, which the human body needs.
This is the only plant, which contains all eight amino acids, which are also needed by the body. It is rich in iron, zinc, fiber, phosphorus, vitamin B and E. Phosphorus is responsible for the strength and endurance of cells.
The fiber contained in quinoa maintains the good condition of the intestinal flora.
Quinoa is very filling and gluten free. It can be used to make various salads with quinoa, dishes, soups, desserts, pastry products and even quinoa patties.
But how to prepare quinoa for a salad?
Preparing quinoa for a salad at home is very easy.
The quinoa is first soaked in water for about three hours. It will increase its volume. The water, in which it was soaked, is then discarded.
Wash several times under a strong stream of water. When washing, the bitterness of the quinoa will be washed away.
Then put it in a pot of water over low heat. Once it boils, leave the quinoa to boil for another 20 minutes.
The quinoa is boiled in a ratio of 1:2. That is, 1 cup of quinoa with 2 cups of water. Keep in mind that from 1 cup of quinoa, when cooked you get about 3 cups.
Once the quinoa is cooked, strain it from the water. The quinoa is ready to be added to your salad.
