24 Delicious Quinoa Recipes (2024)

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24 Delicious Quinoa Recipes (1)

Quinoa is a super nutritious pseudo-grain (technically a seed!) that originated in the Andean region of South America. It’s packed with phosphorous, magnesium, fiber, folate, and zinc, and it contains all of the essential amino acids (the building blocks of protein).

To help you get more of this nutty, earthy, versatile “grain” in your life, we’ve gathered our favorite plant-based quinoa recipes! Breakfasts, vegan burgers, fried “rice,” and more (even a dessert!) included.

(Note: Dietary symbols listed throughout for easy navigation!)

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Dark Chocolate Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

Simple, 7-ingredient dark chocolate quinoa breakfast bowl naturally sweetened with maple syrup and infused with rich cocoa powder! A healthy, hearty plant-based breakfast or snack.

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7-Ingredient Quinoa Granola

Naturally sweetened, 7-ingredient quinoa granola with almonds and oats! A healthy, protein-packed breakfast or snack with a serious crunch.

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Easy Vegan Sausage (Soy- & Gluten-Free!)

Easy vegan sausage made with pinto beans, quinoa, nuts, and spices! Flavorful, comforting, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, and beyond!

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Easy Zucchini Fritters

Incredibly fresh, flavorful vegan zucchini fritters ready in just 30 minutes with simple ingredients. Zesty, herby, incredibly versatile, and a delicious plant-based, gluten-free side or snack.

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Curried Quinoa Chickpea Burgers

Easy to make, perfectly tender, 10-ingredient chickpea burgers infused with the flavors of curry. The perfect plant-based, gluten-free entrée for Indian night and beyond!

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Baked Quinoa Black Bean Falafel

An easy, healthy take on falafel with wholesome black beans, quinoa, pumpkin seeds, and garlic. Baked instead of fried, smoky flavor, and entirely vegan and gluten-free!

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Smoky BBQ Black Bean Burger

Smoky, hearty black bean burgers with sweet potato, mushrooms, quinoa, and pecans. Wholesome, satisfying, BIG on flavor, and just 10 ingredients required! The ultimate veggie burgers for the grill or stovetop.

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Quinoa Spring Rolls with Cashew Dipping Sauce

FRESH, simple spring rolls with quinoa, veggies, herbs, and a flavorful cashew dipping sauce. A healthy, satisfying 30-minute meal that’s special-diet friendly.

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Curried Quinoa Salad

A savory quinoa and vegetable salad with green curry tahini dressing! Just 10 ingredients, fresh, nourishing, and SO satisfying!

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Rainbow Quinoa Salad with Chili Garlic Sesame Dressing (30 Minutes!)

A healthy, filling, 30-minute Asian-inspired Rainbow Quinoa Salad with edamame, crisp veggies, and a spicy-sour-sweet dressing! A simple plant-based entrée or side.

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Black Bean Quinoa Salad with Orange Lime Dressing

An easy, 30-minute Mexican-inspired salad with quinoa, corn, black beans, avocado, and a creamy orange, lime, and chili dressing! Healthy, delicious, and so satisfying.

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Butternut Squash & Miso Brussels Sprouts Nourish Bowl

A vibrant and versatile nourish bowl with roasted butternut squash, caramelized miso Brussels sprouts, and stir-fried grains and greens. Top it off with our rich and complex garlicky tahini sauce for the ultimate plant-based meal. Just 30 minutes required!

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Quinoa Gado-Gado Bowl (30 Minutes!)

A modern take on a classic Indonesian dish called Gado-Gado! Quinoa replaces rice for added protein, fresh and steamed veggies add plenty of nutrition and fiber, and it’s all topped with a spicy, 2-minute peanut sauce!

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Roasted Vegetable & Quinoa Harvest Bowls

Hearty and flavorful harvest bowls with roasted vegetables, quinoa, and a creamy, 3-ingredient tahini dressing! A healthy, plant-based, gluten-free meal!

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30-Minute Tempeh Stir-Fry

A hearty tempeh stir fry with BIG flavor! Just 30 minutes to prepare this weeknight dinner to use up leftover vegetables and please a crowd!

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30-Minute Quinoa “Fried Rice”

Delicious, hearty quinoa "fried rice" stir-fry with broccoli, carrot, and a sweet-and-spicy sauce! Ready in less than 30 minutes, big flavor, and incredibly satisfying!

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1-Pot Butternut Squash Quinoa Chili

Incredibly delicious, 1-pot chili with butternut squash, fire-roasted tomatoes, quinoa, and two kinds of beans! Hearty, flavorful, and so easy to make!

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Quinoa Taco Meat

Amazingly flavorful taco “meat” made with quinoa, smoky seasonings, and salsa! Baked until hot and crispy. A healthy substitute for ground beef (just 9 ingredients)!

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The Best Vegan Meatballs

Tender, flavorful, 10-ingredient vegan meatballs made with quinoa and black beans! Infused with fresh herbs, tomato paste, and spices for big flavor. The perfect meatless meatball for pasta, sandwiches, and more!

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Quinoa & Vegetable Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

Quinoa, black bean, and vegetable stuffed portobello mushrooms with magic green sauce! A hearty, wholesome 30-minute plant-based meal.

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Quinoa-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

10-ingredient quinoa stuffed sweet potatoes with salsa, tortilla chips, and a creamy avocado-cilantro sauce! A hearty plant-based entrée or side.

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Roasted Stuffed Butternut Squash

Roasted stuffed butternut squash makes the perfect plant-based entrée or side for the holiday season (and beyond). Stuffed with quinoa, kale, and mushrooms; 10 ingredients required; and incredibly flavorful!

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Mexican Quinoa Stuffed Peppers

Amazing Mexican-inspired quinoa stuffed peppers made with just 10 ingredients! Simple, flavorful, full of protein and fiber, and entirely vegan and gluten-free!

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Quinoa Brittle

7-ingredient Quinoa Brittle naturally sweetened with maple syrup and coconut sugar, and it's butter-free! Crispy, crunchy, nutritious — a healthier dessert or snack!

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If you try any of these quinoa recipes, let us know! Leave a comment or take a picture and tag it#minimalistbakeron Instagram. Cheers, friends!

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  1. katharine smith says

    Minimalist baker is my go to for vegan and vegetarian recipes. Thanks for all your tried and true recipes. Love it

    katharine

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    • 24 Delicious Quinoa Recipes (26)Support @ Minimalist Baker says

      Aw, so kind Katharine! xoxo

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  2. Nadine says

    Every single recipe turns out perfectly!

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    • 24 Delicious Quinoa Recipes (27)Support @ Minimalist Baker says

      Aw, yay! Thanks for sharing, Nadine!

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  3. Corrie Podolak says

    I love your recipes so much! I have liked everything I have made of yours, thank you!

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    • 24 Delicious Quinoa Recipes (28)Support @ Minimalist Baker says

      Hi Corrie! Thanks so much, we’re so glad you enjoy our recipes! xo

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  4. Chantal says

    I made the quinoa Gado-Gado and liked it very much; will be keeping in the “frequent recipe” file. I used asparagus instead of beans, and it was delicious. I love that sauce! Thank you.

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    • 24 Delicious Quinoa Recipes (29)Support @ Minimalist Baker says

      Yay! We’re so glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing, Chantal!

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      • Carol says

        Thank you so much for more awesome recipes that work for my vegan life!

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        • 24 Delicious Quinoa Recipes (30)Support @ Minimalist Baker says

          xoxo!

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