Grains in Rice, grains & dried beans

What are some ways to serve quinoa as a side dish?

Quinoa is a protein-rich grain that has a neutral flavor, making it the perfect base for a variety of side dishes. Sautee garlic and butter, add onion and herbs of your choice, and toss with cooked quinoa for a side dish that can go with almost anything. Add quinoa to a tossed salad for added texture and taste, make a grain salad with quinoa as the base and add lots of fresh herbs like basil and cilantro, or make decadent cheesy quinoa with parmesan and garlic.

How do I make split pea soup?

To make split pea soup, you’ll need dried split peas, ham bone, carrots, celery, broth or stock, garlic, thyme, and bay leaves. You can use a crockpot, stove pot, or multicooker to prepare the soup. You can also play around with the spices and herbs to taste. To make it on the stovetop, saute your vegetables with olive oil or butter, add stock or broth, water, and the split peas along with the thyme and bay leaves. Add in the ham bone and simmer for up to one hour until peas are tender. Remove ham bone, simmer, and season.

Is couscous gluten-free?

Couscous is not gluten-free; it is a grain made from semolina. Semolina is from durum wheat, which means couscous is made from wheat. Though it looks like other gluten-free grains like rice or quinoa, it’s not. You can use rice, millet, or quinoa as a gluten-free alternative to couscous.