Quinoa and Cheese

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  • Number of Servings: 4
Ingredients
1 cup quinoa 1/4 teaspoon turmeric (optional)1/4 teaspoon black pepper 6 ounces fat-free plain Greek yogurt1 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp Cheddar2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Directions
In a large saucepan, prepare quinoa according to package directions. Just before the quinoa has finished cooking, stir in the turmeric and pepper, and cover.
Remove from heat and immediately stir in the remaining ingredients.
Serve immediately.

Serving Size: 1 1/4 cups per serving (Serves 4)
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 244.2
  • Total Fat: 4.8 g
  • Cholesterol: 5.9 mg
  • Sodium: 249.0 mg
  • Total Carbs: 33.2 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3.1 g
  • Protein: 16.7 g

Member Reviews
  • SHELPEN
     Great alternative to macaroni and cheese and just as easy to make as the boxed stuff. Serving size is large (yay) and super filling. I felt good giving this to my 1-year old and she loved it too! I had light sour cream I had to use up so I used that instead of the yogurt. - 12/11/13
  • CD13793992
     A great recipe. I enjoy anything that incorporates the healthy, beneficial spice Tumeric and quinoa. Tumeric is a natural anti-inflamatory, it’s also a natural liver detoxifier that aids the metabolism of fat in our system. Just can’t go wrong with this combo. - 5/16/13
  • CD13823377
     I LOVE this recipe. It was quick to make and is so delicious! I didn't have any dijon mustard so I looked up what to substitute. Ask.com said to use tumeric, garlic powder and chili powder. So I added more tumeric, and a few shakes of the other two. It was great. - 2/17/14
  • CD3002958
     It would have been better if the yogurt is cut in half...all we tasted was the yogurt and none of the seasoning or the cheese. - 4/28/13
  • PEGGYTHENURSE
     I was hesitant, but really impressed. Whole grain, protein and fiber to keep you full and it tastes great! I added a little Lawry's season salt - 4/1/13
  • SPINSTER321
     Just made this. No turmeric available (will buy some for future use). Used sour cream instead of yogurt. This is really good. Gonna throw in some vegetables with the leftovers for tomorrow's lunch. - 6/29/14
  • DAZY42069
     We did not like it. Too much mustard and yogurt, that was all I could taste. - 3/28/14
  • MOUNTAINGIRL121
     Very interesting texture and flavor. I liked it and will probably make it again but I definitely added salt and I sprinkled some rosemary in it for extra flavor. I think I might add some canned tomatoes and maybe some onion next time to get some veggies in. Thanks for sharing! - 2/23/14
  • BELDAME
     Quinoa tastes like stinkbugs smell, regardless of the amount of spice, cheese, yogurt, ketchup, etc. you mix in with it. BLEAH. - 3/25/14
  • P_REED
     Quinoa is so versatile! I add it into my oatmeal (1/2 and 1/2 with some cinnamon and splenda and it is delish! I use it as a substitute for rice in dishes as well, like stuffed peppers, etc. For those who may think it had a bad taste, if it did, you needed to wash it. Buy it prewashed, it's great! - 3/25/14
  • MEM123
     I had it for lunch today. DELISH! - 3/26/13
  • OHI874
     I've used quinoa for a number of years and have introduced a number of people to it. I tell them to soak it for a couple minutes swirling it around now and again and then rince, rince, rince it like you're washing spinach! It's yummy. I've made something similar to this... it's a staple for me! - 1/26/15
  • DUXGRL1
     This is delicious! I made it for the first time yesterday, halving the recipe and adding sautéed onion, zucinni and a couple of peppedews. I planned to take it to work for lunch twice this week. Easy to make and really good! It is going to go into regular rotation for me now....love it! - 7/7/14
  • BIGSESTRA85
     I would have never thought to make mac and cheese with quinoa, but I absolutely loved this! I made it exactly like your recipe and it is going into the "favorites" basket. I love the tang from the yogurt, the bite from the mustard... perfect! Thank you! - 10/25/15
  • BUBBAWHISPY
     delish. great with some broccoli and cauliflower. - 2/15/15
  • GTNP4ME
     Very good! This one's a keeper!
    First time making, so didn't add any veggies. I goofed up by letting the quinoa rest the norm 5 mins instead of promptly mixing in the ingredients per the recipe so cheese and yogurt cooled the whole thing a little. May decrease mustard a bit next time. - 8/23/15
  • GEMLADYONE
     The first time I prepared it, used 2% mexican cheese blend, but it really needs the sharp cheddar. Also added some salt to the quinoa while cooking. With the salt and sharp cheddar, it's much better and makes a great side dish (generous & filling) to replace mac & cheese or potatoes - 6/14/15
  • CD15455243
     This is a keeper. Very tasty and healthy! - 4/18/15
  • SOSIREGIME
     Just made this for dinner tonight. Love it just the way it is, but will try it with some added veggies next time. - 3/1/15
  • EO4WELLNESS
     What a great idea! Thanks for sharing. - 7/23/14
  • SUCCESS68
     I'm going to try it today. - 1/31/14
  • WINNIE-POOH
     I like quinoa, but I am not sure about the tumeric taste. I eat it with yogurt - 3/26/13

    Reply from STEPFANIER (3/26/13)
    You can omit the turmeric if you prefer.

  • GLOROBERT
     I really enjoyed this recipe, it was very good - 4/19/15
  • PATRICIAANN46
     This is very good and a hit with our Grand-daughters. Thank You. - 4/18/15
  • BLUESTARMOM
     This sounds so good. Has anyone tried using the yogurt cream cheese in place of the yogurt? I was thinking it might give it a creamier texture. I may try it today. - 4/18/15



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