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This watermelon quinoa salad is packed with nutritious veggies and filling quinoa that will keep you full for hours. Try making this during the summer when watermelon is in peak for a burst of flavor.

Quinoa and garbanzo beans add a boost of fiber and protein to a traditional coleslaw, making it hearty enough to serve as a vegetarian entree. You can use any color quinoa for this salad, but red quinoa will give it a nice pop of color. Quinoa is not only a whole grain, but it also provides some protein.

This dessert has the same comfort and flavor of rice pudding, but it's made with quinoa which is a high-protein whole grain and diabetes superfood. Be sure to rinse the quinoa before cooking—this helps avoid any bitter taste.

Quinoa is a great substitute for cous cous in most recipes. This ancient grain is hearty and delicious and an excellent source of fiber. Make mini versions of these Quinoa Cakes for a excellent party appetizer.

This Quinoa Pilaf is a nutrition powerhouse because quinoa provides more protein than other grains and it’s also a good source of potassium an dietary fiber.

This salad can be served immediately but is best made the day before. To cool the quinoa quickly, spread it out on a baking sheet and refrigerate until cool.

This salad is a nutrition power-house. Quinoa is a gluten-free grain that provides carbohydrates and protein and the low-carb veggies add fiber and potassium.

This is a great way to add more grains to your diet and the quinoa gets a wonderful crunch when baked.

Adding quinoa to oatmeal boost the fiber and protein in this classic breakfast dish. Make a double batch of this oatmeal and freeze it in single-serving portions for a quick weekday breakfast. Just heat it up in the microwave.

Author Robyn Webb says, "Quinoa is not the usual grain in risotto, but this protein-packed, tiny grain cooks quickly and results in a wonderfully fragrant risotto-like dish."