Photo courtesy Wendy Polisi
Sharing a decadent recipe by way of my favourite queen of quinoa, Wendy Polisi.
She is the author of The Quintessential Quinoa Cookbook. This book is a work of art, and offers the reader nutritious ideas and allows the 'quinoa novice' to navigate along the path to using this superfood in many innovative ways! See below for helpful 'how to' links. This Sea Salt Quinoa Chocolate Bark with Pistachios is the perfect salty sweet treat!
I love chocolate. (I’m guessing most of you do too. )
Need a quick last minute dessert, here's a super easy chocolate-infused idea! Wendy taught me how to prepare quinoa, years ago. Last time she was here, she shared her Quinoa Chocolate Bark recipe. This is her 'next level' version... I love salty sweet treats, so I’m thrilled with this Sea Salt Quinoa Chocolate Bark with Pistachios. There's a touch of cayenne pepper for a little heat, but feel free to leave it off if you think it will scare your little ones away. As a complete protein, quinoa can become an integral part of a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle. I realize it is not a part of the paleo, keto or whole 30 world, but if you do eat 'alternative grains' like quinoa, I hope you'll give this one a try and share with your friends!
You can use toasted or popped quinoa, though Wendy encourages us to give popping quinoa a try! Although the seeds don’t actually expand the way that popcorn does, the texture turns very light. This makes it the perfect healthier substitute for 'rice krispies'.
Sea Salt Quinoa Chocolate Bark with Pistachios.
This may just be your next favourite recipe! It's definitely one of mine!
Delightful combo of sweet + salty + a little pop of 'heat'!!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces good quality chocolate melted
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- ¼ cup popped or toasted quinoa
- ½ cup shelled pistachios chopped
- ¼ - ½ teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
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Line an 8 inch pan with parchment paper.
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Mix melted chocolate with cayenne pepper and stir well.
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Pour chocolate in to prepared pan and smooth with a dry spatula.
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Top with popped or toasted quinoa, pistachios and sea salt.
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Chill for 30 minutes, or until set.
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Remove from pan and break into pieces
Recipe Notes
NOTE:To pop quinoa: Heat coconut oil in a popcorn popper or heavy duty saucepan. Add quinoa and pop for about three to five minutes, until the seeds become golden brown. (If you are using a saucepan you will want to cover it and shake frequently to prevent burning.) Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks. Servings 6, Calories 152, Fat 9.8g, Carbohydrates 12.8g, Protein 4g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 139mg, Fiber 3g, Sugars 6g
Here is a great tutorial for toasting quinoa:
WHY choose Quinoa? In Quinoa 101 you'll find an easy step-by-step tutorial.
Here's to our health ~ making great choices ~ using high quality ingredients + infusing our lives with herbs + much love !
xo Carol
Kiran Dodeja Smith
This sounds delicious. I love that it incorporates quinoa and I can't wait to try popping it! Thanks for this fun recipe!
Carol Little
Hope you do enjoy this one!
Leslie-Anne
Oh! I bet my kids would love these. The texture of popped quinoa is really fantastic.
Zuzana
Had no idea you can make those from quinoa as well.
jennifer
this looks SOOOOO amazing, thanks for sharing!
ChihYu
They look so crisp and delicious. I love Chocolate flavored healthy treats!
Hope
This looks like a great little healthy treat! Love all of the ingredients!
Raia Todd
This sounds absolutely delicious!
Joni Gomes
What a great and healthy snack! Love the toasted quinoa for the texture!
Megan Stevens
I've been using already sprouted quinoa lately, so this would be perfect! My kids will love it, and I love the added protein and nutrients in a dessert.
paleoglutenfreeguy
Ooh, I don't think I've ever had popped OR toasted quinoa. This looks like the perfect way to try it.
Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
Pistachios are my favorites! Love this crunchy, crispy combo with the chocolate. Such a yummy snack or treat!
Cheryl Malik
WHOA! This looks incredible!
Annemarie
This looks amazing! I love pistachios, and I bet they're so yummy with this chocolate backdrop.
Renee D Kohley
Ooo my girls will adore this! Definitely making! Thank you!
Carol Little
Hope you enjoy it!!
Tessa Simpson
this looks a little TOO good!! and touch of cayenne...swoon!
Carol Little
SO good. Hope you try it!
Susannah
Oh, wow, this looks incredible! Love the healthy ingredients and easy recipe!