Toasted quinoa

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This simple technique not only unlocks all kinds of umami flavor from this mild and highly nutritious seed but also results in the most fluffy individual quinoa grains of all time.

Move over croutons, your salad just got a new crunchy topping! Once you learn how to toast quinoa you will see how easy + versatile it is. Best of all, you don't need any oil to make crispy quinoa in minutes!

Trying to make a crispy quinoa salad? Or maybe just seeking to add the perfect salad topper? I’m sharing how to make crispy quinoa.

Carmen Varner is a San Diego-based writer who writes about food, drinks, travel, and lifestyle.

Carmen Varner is a San Diego-based writer who writes about food, drinks, travel, and lifestyle.

Turn your leftover quinoa into a delicious snack by making Quinoa Crispies at home, in four amazing flavors! Use for smoothie bowls, yogurt, salad and more!

Hearty, healthy and super easy to make. Toasted chickpeas, quinoa, arugula, olives and feta tossed with fresh vegetables make this salad super flavorful and perfect for any occasion. This salad is full of fiber and protein making you feel full and happy with every crunchy bite!

I decided to toast my Quinoa today and will go through this step by step as to how I did it so it came out nice and golden. I always make a few extra cups of Quinoa because I know I will want more. It takes time to do this right, but it is worth the effort in the long run.

Salad Topper is an easy and delicious way to add a tasty crunch to salads, soups & bowls. Versatile and fun to play around with, keep it simple or add your favorite seasonings. Made with toasted quinoa and seeds.