How to Use quinoa in a Sentence

quinoa

noun
  • And quinoa can help bridge that gap.
    — Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 30 May 2026
  • Oats and quinoa are both sources of fiber.
    — Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 9 Feb. 2026
  • Fluff the quinoa with a fork and enjoy.
    — Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 3 Feb. 2026
  • And there’s the rice and quinoa mixture.
    — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Jan. 2026
  • Include quinoa in soups and grain bowls.
    — Zia Sherrell, Health, 22 May 2026
  • Include quinoa in soups and grain bowls.
    — Zia Sherrell, Health, 20 Feb. 2026
  • In a large bowl, layer quinoa or rice as the base.
    — Yolande Clark-Jackson, Parents, 23 Dec. 2025
  • Dahl, tacos or tofu- or quinoa-based dishes.
    — Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026
  • Add quinoa to a large saucepan and place on medium-high heat.
    — Cathy Thomas, Mercury News, 15 July 2025
  • Try gluten-free options made from corn, brown rice or quinoa.
    — Susan Russo, sandiegouniontribune.com, 2 Apr. 2018
  • 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
  • The base is a mixture of rice and quinoa, along with fresh spinach.
    — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Jan. 2026
  • Serve the chickpeas on their own or with rice, naan, or quinoa.
    — Ashia Aubourg, Outside, 10 Oct. 2025
  • Feel free to make a grain side dish, like quinoa or rice, instead.
    — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 12 Nov. 2023
  • Health conscious eaters can sub out the white rice for quinoa or spring greens.
    — Andi Berlin, The Arizona Republic, 12 Mar. 2022
  • What goes in a Mediterranean quinoa bowl?
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026
  • What’s in a Southwest quinoa bowl?
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026
  • The bases include quinoa, white rice, brown rice, spring mix or black beans.
    — San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Feb. 2023
  • Then spread quinoa on a sheet pan and bake until crisp, 1 hour.
    — Betsy Andrews, WSJ, 28 Sep. 2020
  • When adding cooked quinoa, add it for the last minute of cooking to heat through.
    — Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 24 Oct. 2025
  • Drain and rinse the quinoa and shake off excess water.
    — Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026
  • Sear quinoa slices on both sides until golden brown.
    — Faye Levy, Oc Register, 11 Feb. 2026
  • Season quinoa slices with salt and pepper; add to pan.
    — Faye Levy, Oc Register, 11 Feb. 2026
  • Brown rice also contains less fat than quinoa.
    — Lindsey Desoto, Health, 9 Jan. 2026
  • Divide cooked white or brown rice or quinoa among shallow bowls.
    — Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 May 2026
  • Divide cooked white or brown rice or quinoa among shallow bowls.
    — Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
  • Why is quinoa considered a healthy base for grain bowls?
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026
  • Think sweet potatoes, oats, quinoa, brown rice, lentils, and whole-grain breads.
    — Essence, 19 Nov. 2025
  • Gently warm the lentils and quinoa in a medium saucepan over low heat.
    — Good Housekeeping, 23 July 2020

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