Tabbouleh with Quinoa

By Ruth F. Byrnes

 

The quinoa was qualified as the best food of vegetable origin for human consumption by the Academy of Sciences of the United States for its extraordinary nutritional value - comparing only to milk in protein value.  Unlike wheat, quinoa contains no gluten is a great alternative to the diet in the diet of celiacs (people with gluten intolerance or allergy).  The quinoa can be found in the form of grains, flour or flakes. The grains are rounded and its texture is soft. [...]

 

 Properties of Quinoa

• Source of amino acids.  It has all the necessary amino acids to our body, including those that the body does not produce naturally.
•  A source of high quality protein.
•  It contains vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6, C and E.
•  It has minerals such as iron, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, potassium, zinc and manganese.
•  High energy, low fat and high fiber.
•  Rich in omega 3 and 6.
•  It has phytoestrogens, natural substances similar to the action of certain hormones, helping to alleviate the symptoms of PMS and menopause.

 Benefits of Quinoa
 
 Quinoa acts in the prevention of chronic diseases, such as osteoporosis, heart disease and other changes resulting from the lack of female estrogen at menopause.
 Regular consumption of quinoa helps fight anemia, urinary problems, tuberculosis and liver disease. It also acts to reduce gastro intestinal damage, the integrity of the immune system, in regulating the cardio vascular functions in wound healing and normalizing such as the prostate and male reproductive organs.
 Food is especially useful for children because it contains lysine, a component related to the development of intelligence, quickness of reflexes and other functions such as memory and learning.
 Quinoa helps athletes in recovery of muscle fibers, it is easy to digest and contains little fat and cholesterol - perfect for those who do physical exercises.

Here's a recipe for Quinoa with Tabbouleh, easy and super delicious! But do not forget that the best is to actually eat the Word of God in Holy Scripture! Do not forget to also make a prayer to bless the food and your body, because "It is not what goes into the mouth that defiles a man, but what comes out of his mouth, that is what defiles him" (Matthew 15:11), As Jesus said, because "Every lie, slander, libel, perjury and various negative feelings, which are the result of a heart that did not turn to God, and what defiles a man" (Matthew 15:11). Ensures Word that all food is received with thanksgiving for the Lord God and prayer, is sanctified. (Timothy 4:4-5)

Here there is a delicious recipe I have developed. It is tested and approved for me and my sweetheart! Enjoy!

Tabbouleh with Quinoa

- 1 medium cucumber chopped,
- 1/2 cup quinoa,
- 1/2 cup chopped mint,
- 1/4 cup green onions,
- 1 cup chopped red onion
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes,
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil,
- juice of 1/2 lemon
- salt, vinegar and pepper to taste
 
Preparation:

1) Cook the quinoa according to package directions. Leave aside to cool.
 
2) Mix the following ingredients, cucumber, parsley, chives, mint, onion, red bowl on a part,

3) Add the quinoa with the others ingredients in a bowl and season with olive oil, lemon, vinegar, salt and pepper.

4) You can decorate with lemon slices and lettuce leaves.