How to lose weight with Quinoa

Quinoa slims because it is very nutritious and can be used as a substitute for rice, for example, by increasing the nutritional value of food.

The seeds are rich in vitamin, protein, minerals and fiber, which in addition to decreasing appetite, also improves bowel functioning, regulates cholesterol and even blood sugar.

Although difficult to find, the leaves of the actual Quinoa, in addition to the seeds, can be used for making soups.

The quinoa has a very mild flavor and is therefore easy to introduce in the diet of adults and children, being able to accompany any meat, fish or chicken dish, being a great substitute for rice.

Nutritional value of raw quinoa per 100 grams

How to take quinoa to lose weight

One way to take quinoa to lose weight is by using a tablespoon of quinoa per day along with meals. In the form of flour, it can be mixed in the juice or even in the food, already in the form of grains, can be cooked along with vegetables or salad. Like quinoa, see other foods that can replace rice and pasta.

Recipes with Quinoa

Juices with Quinoa

• 3 tablespoons filled with flaky quinoa
• 1 medium banana
• 10 medium strawberries
• Juice of 6 oranges

Put all ingredients in the blender until a homogeneous blend. Serve immediately.

Vegetables with Quinoa

• 1 cup quinoa
• 1/2 cup of grated carrot
• 1/2 cup diced beans
• 1/2 cup cauliflower cut into small bouquets
• 1/2 small onion (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons leek thinly sliced
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• Chopped parsley to taste
• Thyme to taste
• Pepper to taste

Cook the pod, cauliflower and quinoa for ten minutes with only water. Next, sauté the olive oil, onion, leek, adding the pod, cauliflower, grated carrot, quinoa, parsley, thyme, black pepper and salt, and serve hot.

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