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Quinoa is one of the world's most popular health foods. It is gluten free, high in protien and one of the few plant foods that contain all nine essential amino acids. It is highly nutritious, high in fiber, magnesium, Vitamin B(all), iron, pottasium, calcium, phosphorous, Vitamin E and other beneficial antioxidants. Tofu is yet another excellent source of amino acids, iron, calcium and other micro nutrients making it a versatile ingredient with many health benefits. So while I was on a low oil - low spice diet for 3 days, it was one of the healthy meals that had me full, tasted great and suited to my diet. One of the most easily prepared dishes - here goes the recipe for  Grilled Tofu with Quinoa Salad & Steamed Veggies. Ingredients: For Quinoa Salad: Quinoa : 200 gms Onion : 1, Finely chopped Tomato: 1, Finely chopped Cucumber : 1, Finely Chopped Tamarind Paste : 1 tsp Jaggery : 10gms Water Salt - as per taste Black pepper - as per t