Quinoa noodles are a delicious, healthy alternative to wheat-based pasta. They’re gluten-free, high in protein and fiber, and low in carbs. Plus, they cook up in just minutes, making them the perfect quick and easy weeknight dinner.
I like to prepare them with a quick and easy homemade sauce, then top it off with plenty of creamy goat cheese. They’re so good that you won’t even miss the pasta!
Quinoa is a complete protein, meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids. It’s also high in fiber, magnesium, potassium, and other minerals. This makes it an ideal ingredient for a healthy meal.
Here is how you can cook quinoa like pasta!
Related: 18 Evidence-Based Health Benefits of Quinoa
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa flour
- 1 cup rice flour
- 2 teaspoons xanthan gum
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano (Optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried basil (Optional)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 egg yolk
- ⅓ cup water
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- ⅓ cup rice flour, divided
Instructions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine quinoa flour, 1 cup rice flour, xanthan gum, basil, rosemary, oregano, and salt; make a well in the center.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine quinoa flour, 1 cup rice flour, xanthan gum, basil, rosemary, oregano, and salt; make a well in the center.
Step 3
Lightly dust a work surface with 2 1/2 tablespoons of rice flour. Knead the dough for 8 to 12 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic. Allow dough to rest for 10 minutes, covered.
Step 4
Cut the dough into four equal pieces. The remaining 2 1/2 tablespoons of rice flour should be used to dust the work surface. Roll each piece of dough into a 1/16-inch thick square shape. Allow the dough to rest for 20 minutes, uncovered.
Step 5
Roll each dough square loosely and cut into 1/4-inch pieces. Unroll the noodles.
Step 6
A large pot of salted water should be brought to a boil. Cook the noodles for about 2 minutes, or until they are tender but firm to the bite.
