Macaroni and cheese with quinoa and spinach Did you know that you can enhance the nutritional benefits of your daily dishes by adding nutritious ingredients? When you eat: Add: Benefit: Macaroni and Cheese Quinoa Quinoa is a grain-like vegetable from the spinach family which is a complete protein. It is high in protein, amino acids, iron, magnesium, and B-vitamins. Quinoa is also gluten-free! Pasta Chick peas Chick peas contain high amounts of fiber. Fiber can lower the risk of heart disease by binding to cholesterol in the digestive tract for excretion. One cup of chick peas contains 12 grams of fiber! Soup Edamame beans Edamame beans are rich in isoflavanoids which aid in reducing cholesterol, fighting cancer, and strengthening bones. They also contain high amounts of B-vitamins, fiber, and protein. Salad Flax seed The omega 3 fatty acids contained in flax seed are heart healthy and enhance cognitive func