How to Use quinoa in a Sentence

quinoa

noun
  • Make a 3-inch well in the center of the quinoa mixture.
    — Washington Post, 24 Feb. 2022
  • Fluff quinoa with a fork and add spinach and lemon zest.
    — Woman's Day Kitchen, Woman's Day, 22 Jan. 2020
  • Fill a small saucepan with 1½ cups water and the dry quinoa.
    — Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 14 Nov. 2021
  • Drain the quinoa in a fine mesh sieve, then transfer to a bowl.
    — Lynda Balslev, The Mercury News, 6 May 2024
  • Have a piece of toast in the morning; have some quinoa at lunch.
    — Andrea Park, Teen Vogue, 11 Oct. 2018
  • Filets, quinoa, sautéed spinach, and red wine were on the menu for supper with the in-laws.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2021
  • In fact, one cup of cooked quinoa has 8 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber.
    — Kaitlyn Pirie, Good Housekeeping, 3 Oct. 2021
  • Mix the quinoa with the cauliflower rice and stir in the herbs.
    — Ellise Pierce, star-telegram, 8 May 2018
  • Just before serving, pour the ghee over the rice and quinoa.
    — Los Angeles Times, 24 July 2019
  • Rinsing rids quinoa of the bitter saponin, which coats the seed.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 25 Mar. 2018
  • Add quinoa to a large saucepan and place on medium-high heat.
    — Cathy Thomas, Mercury News, 15 July 2025
  • With quinoa balls already baking in the oven, the oven should be hot.
    — San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Sep. 2020
  • In a large bowl, stir together the quinoa and chia seeds.
    — Washington Post, 16 Dec. 2021
  • Stir in quinoa and 1/4 teaspoon salt and return to a boil.
    — Kris Kurek, Good Housekeeping, 13 Jan. 2023
  • Scrape the onion-chickpea mixture into the bowl with the quinoa.
    — Beth Segal, cleveland, 27 Aug. 2020
  • The Dinner Menu Filets, quinoa, sautéed spinach, and red wine were on the menu for supper with the in-laws.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 20 June 2025
  • Add quinoa and chickpeas and pulse to chop and combine.
    — Woman's Day Kitchen, Woman's Day, 27 May 2020
  • Health conscious eaters can sub out the white rice for quinoa or spring greens.
    — Andi Berlin, The Arizona Republic, 12 Mar. 2022
  • Then spread quinoa on a sheet pan and bake until crisp, 1 hour.
    — Betsy Andrews, WSJ, 28 Sep. 2020
  • Swap in any of your favorite grains like quinoa or farro for the base.
    — Time, 12 Aug. 2021
  • For the busiest weeks, cook and refrigerate the quinoa ahead of time.
    — Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 12 July 2025
  • Gently warm the lentils and quinoa in a medium saucepan over low heat.
    — Good Housekeeping, 23 July 2020
  • Make ahead: The quinoa can be cooked 2 days in advance and dressed 1 day in advance.
    — Emily Horton, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Feel free to make a grain side dish, like quinoa or rice, instead.
    — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 12 Nov. 2023
  • The bases include quinoa, white rice, brown rice, spring mix or black beans.
    — San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Feb. 2023
  • Then add on other starters like the baby beets salad tossed with pole beans and quinoa granola or the beef tartare paired with bulgur.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
  • Don’t overlook whole grains like quinoa, sorghum, and farro.
    — Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 21 Feb. 2026
  • Include quinoa in soups and grain bowls.
    — Zia Sherrell, Health, 20 Feb. 2026
  • When shopping, look for varieties with minimal additives and whole grains like quinoa and brown rice.
    — Lindsey Desoto, Verywell Health, 17 Feb. 2026
  • Season quinoa slices with salt and pepper; add to pan.
    — Faye Levy, Oc Register, 11 Feb. 2026

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