Welcome to Simply Quinoa
Hi there! I’m Alyssa – mom of two (plus one fur pup!), living along the beautiful Maine coast. I’ve been sharing my recipes on the internet for over 10 years and my goal has always been to show you how to create simple, made-from-scratch meals that your whole family will love.
If you have ever…
- Wanted to cook more from scratch but always felt you didn’t have the time.
- Felt bored with your weekly dinner routine and needed fresh inspiration.
- Believed that good food should taste amazing and be easy to make.
- Or just wanted to get something on the table that your whole family will enjoy.
…then you’re totally in the right place. I’m here to help you fall in love with cooking one simple recipe at a time.
My Story
I started Simply Quinoa back in 2012 as a fun way to share what I was making in my kitchen with friends and family. At the time, I was experimenting with quinoa—a totally new-to-me ingredient—and loved discovering how versatile and easy it was to cook with. What began as a personal passion project quickly grew into something more.
Over the past 13+ years, Simply Quinoa has become a place for home cooks to find inspiration, try new ideas, and rediscover the simple joy of cooking real food. My approach to food has definitely evolved along the way, but the heart of it hasn’t changed: cook with intention, keep it simple, and enjoy the process.
My Food Philosophy
My approach to food is all about flexibility and balance, with a focus on whole foods. I’m not about strict rules and believe there’s always room for variety. It’s about finding what works for you and making food that makes you feel good.
At the core, I believe in:
- Cooking from scratch whenever possible, without overcomplicating it.
- Using whole, unprocessed ingredients as the foundation of every meal.
- Balancing simplicity and creativity in the kitchen.
- Making food that feels good to make, comes together easily, and tastes amazing.
Types of Recipes I Create
Here on Simply Quinoa, you’ll find a variety of recipes that are:
- Centered around whole, real-food ingredients.
- Flexible for different tastes and eating styles.
- Inspired by seasonal produce and everyday staples.
- Easy to follow, with approachable techniques.
Ready to get started?
Awesome! The first thing I'd love for you to do is join my newsletter so I can send you a copy of my Quinoa Starter Guide. This will introduce you to the wonderful world of quinoa, give you tips on how to properly cook it and outlines the best recipes to start off with.
From there, feel free to take a look around! Check out my recipe catalog, my resources page and my kitchen pantry store.
I'm excited to share this little space of the internet with you and look forward to seeing you on the blog!
xo Alyssa