Quinoa has become a popular ingredient in many kitchens worldwide due to its nutritional value. This versatile grain is an excellent source of protein and fiber, making it a suitable choice for vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free diets alike.

Explore our collection of vegetarian quinoa recipes, including comforting quinoa khichdi and flavor-packed quinoa fried rice. For a light and fresh option, check out our Fresh Corn & Quinoa Salad with Tahini dressing. With these recipes, you’ll never run out of ways to enjoy this nutritious grain.

Quinoa Upma (Instant Pot & Stovetop)

This one-pot Quinoa Upma is a simple vegan, wholesome meal that packs more protein than the traditional Rava Upma. It makes a filling breakfast or lunch and can be enjoyed as such or with a side of cilantro coconut chutney or peanut chutney. You can make it either in the Instant pot or stove top.

I grew up eating a lot of lentils and beans and they are an integral part of my everyday diet. Quinoa wasn’t something I grew up eating but over the years it has become a part of my diet and I like...

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Instant Pot Lemon Quinoa (South Indian Style)

Here’s a fun take on the traditional south Indian Lemon Rice- this Lemon Quinoa has the same flavors as the rice but is more wholesome and protein-packed! Its a one-pot, vegan meal which requires minimal prep-work and can be easily made on busy weeknights.

Quinoa is something I have grown to like over the years. At first, I wasn’t a fan but then I developed the palate for it and now I enjoy it in various forms.

Sarvesh on the other hand...

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Fresh Corn, Kale & Quinoa Salad with Tahini Dressing

This Fresh Corn Salad with Kale, Quinoa is filling, wholesome and great for summer picnics and potlucks. Drizzled with a tahini-lemon dressing, the salad is also vegan and gluten-free. Toasted walnuts add a nice crunch to the salad.

I love biting into sweet juicy corn this time of the year. Every weekend we go to the farmer’s market and come home with these sweet corn during summer. Our most favorite way to eat is the Indian way- by roasting it directly on heat and...

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Instant Pot Saffron Quinoa with Cashews & Raisins

Here’s any easy side dish for the holidays- Saffron Quinoa with Cashews, Raisins & Dried Cranberries.

Made in the Instant Pot, this aromatic dish is vegan and gluten-free.

The holidays will be looking so different this year. Here in Washington state, a lockdown was announced again this week.

Indoor gatherings are totally banned and one is supposed to celebrate...

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Quinoa Idli

Amp up the protein content of your idlis with these Quinoa Idli.

Quinoa replaces 75% of rice in this recipe making the idlis more wholesome and more protein-packed.

Idli is one of my favorite comfort food. Even though it was not a part of my diet growing up, I just eat it a lot now.

Freshly steamed idlis dunked in hot...

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Quinoa Jaggery Ladoo

Quinoa Jaggery Ladoo- an easy and protein packed treat to make this festive season.

These ladoos are refined sugar-free, gluten-free and require no cooking other than roasting the quinoa in the oven.

Every year when I brainstorm Diwali recipes, my goal is to come up with recipes which not only taste good but are also easy to make.

Sure, I would throw in a more complicated recipe...

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Instant Pot Quinoa Matar Pulao

Quick and easy Quinoa Matar Pulao made in the Instant Pot.

Quinoa is tossed with whole spices and lots of green peas, making this a more wholesome alternative to the classic matar pulao.

Ever since I started cooking quinoa in the instant pot (which has been many years now), I cook it so much more often.

Earlier, I would always find excuses to not make it since it...

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Instant Pot Red Curry Quinoa Fried Rice

Red Curry Quinoa Fried Rice- one pot vegan meal with veggies, quinoa and flavored with red curry paste, coconut milk & Thai basil!

This quinoa fried “rice” is more protein packed than the traditional fried rice and a great way to use any leftover red curry paste.

I keep trying new ways to make Sarvesh enjoy quinoa. Over the years, he has gone from “I won’t touch it” to “this is...

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Cherry Quinoa and Chickpea Salad

Cherry Quinoa and Chickpea Salad with arugula, pistachios and feta cheese makes a light and refreshing summer salad.

Topped with balsamic vinaigrette, it has quickly become my go to salad this cherry season!

Come summer and I am all for light and fresh salads.

Since fruits are in abundance during the summer...

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Perfect Quinoa in the Instant Pot

Instant Pot Quinoa – step by step guide to make the perfect quinoa in your Instant Pot each time!

Hands free cooking and super easy! Zero monitoring.

If you love all the Instant Pot vegetarian/vegan recipes that I share on the blog, please join me on this Facebook Group – Instant Pot Vegetarian Recipes. The group shares/features vegetarian instant pot recipes and ideas from all around the...

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Instant Pot Quinoa Khichdi

One-pot wholesome meal, this Quinoa Khichdi is a healthier spin on traditional Indian khichdi.

Made with quinoa and lentils, this khichdi is lightly spiced and packed with nutrition.

If you love all the Instant Pot vegetarian/vegan recipes that I share on the blog, please join me on this Facebook Group – Instant Pot Vegetarian Recipes. The group shares/features vegetarian instant pot recipes and ideas from all around the...

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Instant Pot Curried Sweet Potato Chickpea Quinoa

Instant Pot Curried Sweet Potato Chickpea Quinoa – a healthy, wholesome vegan meal made in the Instant Pot.

So easy to put together, vegan and gluten-free! Eat it for lunch/dinner or pack for your lunch-box. Also great for meal-prep.

If you love all the Instant Pot vegetarian/vegan recipes that I share on the blog, please join me on this Facebook Group – Instant Pot Vegetarian Recipes. The group shares/features vegetarian...

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