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Healthy Recipes using Organic Amaranth Grain

Amaranth Breakfast Bowl

Start your day with a nutritious amaranth breakfast bowl topped with fresh fruits and nuts. This dish is packed with protein and fiber to keep you energized.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked organic amaranth
  • 1/2 banana, sliced
  • 1/4 cup blueberries
  • 2 tablespoons almond butter
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Instructions
  1. Cook amaranth according to package instructions and let it cool slightly.
  2. In a bowl, combine the cooked amaranth with sliced banana and blueberries.
  3. Drizzle almond butter on top and sprinkle with chia seeds before serving.

Savory Amaranth and Vegetable Stir-Fry

A vibrant stir-fry featuring organic amaranth and a mix of colorful vegetables, perfect for a quick and healthy dinner.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked organic amaranth
  • 1 cup mixed bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and add the bell peppers and broccoli.
  2. Stir-fry the vegetables for about 5 minutes until tender.
  3. Add the cooked amaranth and soy sauce, stirring well to combine, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Amaranth Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

A refreshing salad featuring organic amaranth, mixed greens, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette, great for a light lunch.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked organic amaranth
  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • 1/2 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked amaranth, mixed greens, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and lemon juice to make the vinaigrette.
  3. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Amaranth and Black Bean Tacos

Delicious and filling tacos made with organic amaranth and black beans, topped with avocado and salsa for a healthy twist.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked organic amaranth
  • 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed
  • 4 small corn tortillas
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cup salsa
Instructions
  1. Warm the corn tortillas in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. In a bowl, mix the cooked amaranth and black beans together.
  3. Fill each tortilla with the amaranth and black bean mixture, top with avocado slices and salsa, and serve.

Amaranth Porridge with Almonds and Honey

A creamy amaranth porridge topped with crunchy almonds and a drizzle of honey, perfect for a wholesome breakfast.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup organic amaranth
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
  1. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil and add the amaranth.
  2. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until the amaranth is tender.
  3. Serve the porridge topped with sliced almonds, honey, and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Amaranth and Spinach Stuffed Peppers

Colorful bell peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of organic amaranth, spinach, and spices, baked to perfection.

Ingredients
  • 4 bell peppers, halved and seeded
  • 1 cup cooked organic amaranth
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the cooked amaranth, chopped spinach, and cumin.
  3. Stuff each pepper half with the mixture, top with shredded cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes.

Amaranth Energy Balls

Nutritious energy balls made with organic amaranth, dates, and nuts, perfect for a quick snack on the go.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked organic amaranth
  • 1 cup dates, pitted
  • 1/2 cup nuts (almonds or walnuts)
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
Instructions
  1. In a food processor, combine the cooked amaranth, dates, nuts, shredded coconut, and cocoa powder.
  2. Blend until the mixture is well combined and sticky.
  3. Roll the mixture into small balls and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Amaranth and Chickpea Curry

A hearty and flavorful curry made with organic amaranth and chickpeas, served with steamed vegetables for a nutritious meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked organic amaranth
  • 1 can chickpeas, rinsed
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, etc.)
Instructions
  1. In a pot, combine chickpeas, coconut milk, and curry powder, and bring to a simmer.
  2. Add the mixed vegetables and cook until tender.
  3. Serve the curry over a bed of cooked amaranth.

Amaranth Banana Muffins

Deliciously moist muffins made with organic amaranth and ripe bananas, perfect for breakfast or a healthy snack.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas
  • 1 cup cooked organic amaranth
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, mix mashed bananas, cooked amaranth, almond flour, honey, and baking powder until well combined.
  3. Pour the batter into the muffin tin and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Amaranth and Quinoa Salad

A protein-packed salad combining organic amaranth and quinoa, tossed with fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing.

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup cooked organic amaranth
  • 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cucumber, diced
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine cooked amaranth, quinoa, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.
  2. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and toss gently to combine.
  3. Serve chilled or at room temperature.