Quinoa is an ancient seed that masquerades as a grain and it has made a huge comeback. Not only is it gluten-free, it's also low in sodium and high in protein, calcium and iron. One serving of quinoa provides you with a healthy dose of vitamin E as well as B vitamins. 

Quinoa recipes to try

Fresh Quinoa Veggie Salad
The light texture of quinoa makes this high-protein ancient New World grain quite appropriate in salads. Use South American light-coloured quinoa or the nutty brown quinoa harvested from Saskatchewan.

Quinoa Pilaf
Quinoa is appropriate served hot or at room temperature, which makes it a versatile dish for entertaining on a large scale.

Avocado and Quinoa Salad
With its slight bite, quinoa pairs well with creamy avocado for this side salad. It's refreshing in the winter and stellar at a summer barbecue.

Here's the Dish: Rachel McAdams' Favourite Quinoa Salad
We found out Rachel McAdams loves the quinoa salad at O&B Canteen in Toronto. Get the scoop -- and the recipe!