 Quinoa...
Yeah.... Quinoa is similiar to tabouli or semolina in that it is very easy to prepare and it has a similiar texture.... It's very different in that it is complete protein and is actually a seed. Semolina is a wheat pasta and tabouli is cracked wheat/bulger...
from wiki....
Quinoa was of great nutritional importance in pre-Columbian Andean civilizations, being secondary only to the potato, and was followed in importance by maize. In contemporary times, this crop has become highly appreciated for its nutritional value, as its protein content is very high (12%–18%), making it a healthy choice for vegetarians, vegans and athletes. Unlike wheat or rice (which are low in lysine), quinoa contains a balanced set of essential amino acids for humans, making it an unusually complete protein source.[4] It is a good source of dietary fiber and phosphorus and is high in magnesium and iron. Quinoa is gluten-free and considered easy to digest. Because of all these characteristics, quinoa is being considered a possible crop in NASA's Controlled Ecological Life Support System for long-duration manned spaceflights.[4]
easy to cook....add a bit of broth or water and 5 minutes later.... done.
I like to toss it with a bit of Olive Oil and some cranberries or goji berries...
maybe a little Braggs enzymes and a touch of balsamic.... usually add lots of sprouted sunflower seeds or some diced carrot and veggies...
very good.
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