2018 Wellness Expo

Page 18 2018 Wellness Expo LINCOLN DAILY NEWS Wednesday, February 21, 2018 quinoa is a great protein source as part of a balanced meal. This means that you can skip the meat! This gluten-free food is also a good source of iron, folate and magnesium. Not only does this grain provide an abundance of nutritional benefits, but it is easy to make and can be incorporated into a variety of recipes. Quinoa is similar to rice in that it absorbs any liquid that it is cooked in. Therefore, boiling it in vegetable broth, for example, can add more flavor. Quinoa comes in many colors such as red, black and purple, creating a visually appealing meal. Try a quinoa casserole as a side dish, a warm and filling chili with quinoa added, or a classic cranberry quinoa salad that is sure to entice your taste buds. Get creative with it! Try out the quinoa stir-fry recipe below. Ten minute vegetable quinoa “Fried Rice” Recipe from: https://www.simplyquinoa. com/10-minute-vegetable-quinoa-fried-rice/ Shae Hoffman is new to the Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital staff and serves as a Clinical Dietitian. Hoffman holds a Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics degree with a Nutrition Education specialty from Eastern Illinois University and has a strong commitment to serving the individuals, families, and communities of Logan and eastern Mason Counties. [ALMH/LDN]