7 Latin-Style Quinoa Recipes That Prove Healthy Can Also be Delicious

Quinoa is a superfood that originally hails from the regions of Peru, Colombia, Bolivia and Ecuador. It is a predominantly Latin food in nature and has grown in popularity over the years. Although it can basically be used in any dish with any flavor because of its versatility, nothing makes quinoa as good and healthy as it is when given its original Latin flavors.

Here are 7 Latin-style quinoa recipes that prove healthy can also be delicious:

1.) Almond quinoa with stewed papaya

This recipe from the Latin Kitchen is protein-rich and ideal for breakfast. It involves at least two kinds of healthy grains including tri-colored quinoa and chia seeds so it's super healthy while the almond milk and papaya make it super delicious. It can be prepared ahead of time or the night before so you can wake up to a healthy breakfast everyday.

2.) Quinoa with lime, cilantro and green onions

It's hard to go wrong with quinoa and trying to prepare it Latino-style. Hence, this simple recipe from Total Recipe Search should be doable for anyone with beginner kitchen skills. This would make a great side dish.

3.) Latin-style flank stake with quinoa wild rice blend

While quinoa is already packed with protein by itself plus other nutrients like fiber, iron and potassium, adding it to a flank steak meal will instantly make it more nutritious and better. This recipe from For Love and Food combines the quinoa with rice to "trick" picky eaters.

4.) Red quinoa with avocado, black beans and corn

This recipe from 5 Dollar Dinners is easy to prepare, gluten-free and costs less than five dollars to make. Each recipe makes four servings and is recommended as a healthy meal for dinner. Either way, it doesn't get any better than this.

5.) Smoky three bean & kale chili with quinoa

This recipe from Healthy Latin Food is a great comfort food for cold days. If you don't mind spicy chili with your quinoa or a vegetarian version of it, give this one a try.

6.) Latin-spiced shrimp in lettuce cups with red quinoa salad

If you're looking for a healthy and full-meal recipe, then this recipe from HellaWella should do. If you don't have seafood allergies, this filling dish is perfect for lunch or brunch.

7.) Spanish-style quinoa

The recipe posted on All Recipes is a much healthier alternative to Spanish rice. The recipe maker suggests making the dish as a side dish for Mexican meals or includes it in burritos for that extra protein kick.