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Healthy Recipes using Organic Amaranth Grain

Amaranth Grain Breakfast Bowl

Start your day with a nutritious breakfast bowl featuring amaranth, topped with fresh fruits and nuts for a wholesome boost.

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

Savory Amaranth and Vegetable Stir-Fry

A colorful stir-fry of seasonal vegetables and amaranth, seasoned with soy sauce and sesame oil for a quick, healthy meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked organic amaranth
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 2 carrots, julienned
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
  1. Heat sesame oil in a pan over medium heat and add vegetables.
  2. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  3. Add cooked amaranth and soy sauce, stir well, and cook for another 2 minutes before serving.

Amaranth Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

A refreshing salad combining amaranth with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked organic amaranth
  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
  2. Add the cooked amaranth and toss gently.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and lemon juice, then drizzle over the salad before serving.

Amaranth and Black Bean Tacos

Delicious tacos filled with a hearty mixture of amaranth and black beans, topped with avocado and salsa for a nutritious twist.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked organic amaranth
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cup salsa
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mix cooked amaranth and black beans together.
  2. Warm tortillas in a pan and fill each with the amaranth and black bean mixture.
  3. Top with avocado slices and salsa before serving.

Amaranth Porridge with Almonds and Honey

A warm and comforting amaranth porridge, sweetened with honey and topped with crunchy almonds for a satisfying breakfast.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup organic amaranth
  • 3 cups almond milk
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
  1. In a pot, combine amaranth and almond milk, and bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
  3. Stir in honey and cinnamon, then serve topped with sliced almonds.

Amaranth and Spinach Stuffed Peppers

Colorful bell peppers stuffed with a flavorful mixture of 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 feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix cooked amaranth, spinach, cumin, and feta cheese.
  3. Stuff the mixture into the halved bell peppers and place in a baking dish. Bake for 30 minutes.

Amaranth Energy Bars

Nutritious energy bars made with amaranth, nuts, and dried fruits, perfect for a quick snack on the go.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked organic amaranth
  • 1/2 cup almonds, chopped
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup almond butter
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine cooked amaranth, chopped almonds, dried cranberries, honey, and almond butter.
  2. Press the mixture into a lined baking dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  3. Cut into bars and enjoy as a healthy snack.

Amaranth Quinoa Pilaf

A nutritious pilaf combining amaranth and quinoa with herbs and spices, perfect as a side dish or light meal.

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup organic amaranth
  • 1/2 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
Instructions
  1. In a pot, sauté onion until translucent.
  2. Add amaranth, quinoa, vegetable broth, and thyme. Bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until grains are tender.

Amaranth and Coconut Curry

A creamy coconut curry featuring amaranth and a variety of vegetables, served over rice for a hearty meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked organic amaranth
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers)
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a pan and add mixed vegetables, cooking until tender.
  2. Stir in coconut milk and curry powder, simmering for 10 minutes.
  3. Serve the curry over a bed of cooked amaranth.

Amaranth and Berry Smoothie

A refreshing smoothie blending amaranth with mixed berries and yogurt for a nutritious drink any time of day.

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup cooked organic amaranth
  • 1 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 cup almond milk
Instructions
  1. In a blender, combine cooked amaranth, mixed berries, Greek yogurt, honey, and almond milk.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.