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Here’s exactly how to cook quinoa so it comes out perfectly fluffy every time! Learn the one water ratio mistake most people make, and easy seasoning ideas to make it delicious. Here’s a whole grain that’s always a part of my weekly cooking rotation: quinoa! This seed from the Andes is ultra popular because it’s fluffy, tasty, and fun to make into side dishes, salads and bowl meals. But here’s the thing: quinoa can be tricky to cook! When I first started cooking it, it often came out soggy. After a lot of testing in my kitchen, I’ve found a new ratio that makes all the difference for a light, fluffy texture. Here are my secrets for how to cook quinoa: and then a few of my favorite ways to season it! Why You’ll Love This Method Foolproof ratio : My ratio produces fluffy results every time Fast : Ready in about 20 minutes start to finish Naturally nutritious : Gluten-free and high in plant-based protein Works with everything: It’s great alongside a protein or in grain ...

Here’s what to do in the South of France ! I traveled to the town of Cassis France on vacation with family and had the time of my life. Here’s a download of everything we did, plus a bit about our stops in Paris and London. Alex and I we made the slightly crazy decision to take a trip to France with our kids (7 and 1 at the time) and wanted to find a beautiful beach town off the beaten path in the South of France. We became smitten with Cassis! Cassis is an incredibly unique town near Marseille. It has beautiful beaches and cute winding streets, and is right next to Calanques National Park, a breathtaking area with miniature fjords with turquoise waters. As you may know, we’re obsessed with the Mediterranean diet : and the French Riviera (aka the Mediterranean coastline in France) was just the place to experience it firsthand! I highly, highly recommend traveling to Cassis if you’re dreaming of the South of France! All the details what to do are below, as well as some not...

Here’s how to make grilled tofu ! It tastes irresistible when infused with smoky flavor and drenched in a sweet and savory marinade. Tofu is one of my favorite plant-based proteins, so when the season rolls around—I’m all about grilling it! My favorite grilled tofu recipe is so satisfying, charred to perfection and brushed with a sweet and savory marinade. Grilled meals can be harder when you’re eating plant-based: you can eat piles of  grilled vegetables but you need a protein to stay full! Grilled tofu is a great healthy  grilled dinner idea  that’s full of  plant-based protein . You might even convert meat eaters when they take a taste of this one—it’s absolutely delicious ! 5 Star Reader Review “So easy and delicious. I served it with grilled vegetables for a healthy meal. Next time, I may add some brown rice or couscous with the veggies. Leftover tofu will go into a salad and/or be eaten as a snack!” -Jan Ingredients For Grilled Tofu ...