Please be aware that the beets can cause the stools and the urine to be red in color.
What’s amazing about this combination of seeds, dairy and vegetables is that your child will receive a vast array of nutrients.
Some of which are the following:
Quinoa: Protein (very rich in protein), gluten-free, all 9 essential amino acids, copper, manganese, iron, phosphorous, fiber. http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/features/quinoa-the-gluten-free-super-food#1
Yogurt: Calcium, protein, probiotics, vitamins B-6 & B-12, potassium, magnesium http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/benefits-of-yogurt#1
Sweet Potatoes :Beta-Carotene (an antioxidant rich in Vitamin A), Calcium, Potassium, Vitamin C. http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/5-winter-superfoods-sweet-potatoes-nutrient-profile
Beets: Folate (Vitamin B), Vitamins A & C, Vitamin B-6, Manganese, Potassium, Magnesium, Calcium, Iron, Phosphorous, Zinc. http://www.livestrong.com/article/409000-what-is-the-nutritional-value-of-beets/
Kale: Fiber, Folate, Vitamin B, Potassium, Calcium, Zinc, Vitamins C&K. http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/kale-nutrition-and-cooking#1
Now that’s one powerful lunch/dinner.
Preparation:
I always have some sort of protein (in this case quinoa) and a combination of vegetables and a leafy green (in this case sweet potatoes, beets and kale) prepared/stored in my refrigerator ready for lunch and/or dinner.
I first prepare the vegetables.
Please refer to my Sweet Potatoes, Beets and Kale recipe for the easy how to.
While that’s steaming, I start to cook the quinoa.
Please refer to my easy How to Cook Quinoa recipe.
Serving:
Please be aware, the beets can cause the urine and stools to be red in color.
Please keep in mind, these are rough estimates of measurements. Every child’s appetite is different.
- Combine 1/4 cup of organic quinoa and 1/4 cup of organic pasteurized whole milk yogurt to the bowl.
- Mix the two together.
- Add 1/2 cup of the sweet potatoes, beets and kale to the the quinoa and yogurt mixture
- Mix them altogether and serve
