Delicious Nutritious Almond Recipes

Delicious Nutritious Almond Recipes

Over the past six years, the consumption of American almond has increased by 11 percent per year..

From almond-baked and seasoned in creative portable packaging to granola almond bars, energy bars, and breakfast bars to hors d'oeuvres and vegetable dishes, almonds are found in a variety of New food products.

One of the reasons for their popularity is their health benefits. Studies have shown that almonds as part of a balanced eating plan can lower LDL, or "bad," cholesterol and can help promote a healthy weight. In addition, almonds are packed with the antioxidant vitamin E, magnesium, protein and fiber. They also contain calcium. So, not incidentally almond beans become a favorite ingredient and healthy snack of choice.

Quinoa Salad with Almonds, Feta and Summer Vegetables

Serves: 6

Ingredients:

1 cup quinoa

2 cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth

3 ounces cubed feta cheese

1/2 cup sliced almonds, roasted*

1/2 pint grape tomatoes, halved

1 small red bell pepper, seeded and diced

1 small zucchini, trimmed and diced

2 scallions, diced

Basil-Chive Vinaigrette 

Instructions:

Place quinoa in a medium pot and rinse with water. Strain the water; Add the broth and heat it to high. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered until liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Chill and stir gently with feta, almond, vegetable, and vinaigrette. Serves.

Basil-Chive Vinaigrette:

2 tablespoons white wine vinegar

Juice of 1/2 lime

1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons minced fresh chives

1 tablespoon minced fresh basil

Salt and pepper

Combine vinegar and lime juice in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in olive oil until mixture is smooth and uniform. Stir in chives and basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

*To bake the almond slices, apply on the unleavened pan. Place in the oven 350 º F and bake 10 minutes or until golden brown and fragrant, twice to ensure even browning. Note that the almond will continue to bake a little after being removed from the oven.

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