100 FOODS THAT START WITH THE LETTER Q (WITH IMAGES)

A few food names that start with Q

Hi readers, Srima here again with a new post in our series of alphabetical lists of food names. Today’s letter is Q. As usual, I’ll be sharing 100 food names that start with this letter. So, let’s dive in and start exploring!

1. Quahog

Quahog


2. Quail

Quail


3. Quail curry

Quail curry


4. Quail eggs

Quail eggs


5. Quark (cheese)

Quark (cheese)


6. Quark bread

Quark bread


7. Quark cheesecake

Quark cheesecake


8. Quark dip

Quark dip


9. Quark rolls

Quark rolls


10. Quarktorte (German cheesecake)

Quarktorte (German cheesecake)


11. Quatre-épices (spice mix)

Quatre-épices (spice mix)


12. Quatre-épices cookies

Quatre-épices cookies


13. Quatre-épices pears

Quatre-épices pears


14. Quatre-quarts (French pound cake)

Quatre-quarts (French pound cake)


15. Quatre-quarts cake

Quatre-quarts cake


16. Queen Anne cherry

Queen Anne cherry


17. Queen Anne’s lace (edible flowers)

Queen Anne's lace (edible flowers)


18. Queen apple

Queen apple


19. Queen cake

Queen cake


20. Queen of puddings

Queen of puddings


21. Queen olive

Queen olive


22. Quench (drink)

Quench (drink)


23. Quenelle

Quenelle


24. Quenepa (fruit)

Quenepa (fruit)


25. Quercetin capsules (supplement)

Quercetin capsules (supplement)
No Name Type Origin Use Taste Vegan Fun Fact
1QuahogShellfishUSASoups, chowderBrinyNoIt’s the official shell of Rhode Island!
2QuailPoultryEurope/AsiaRoasted, grilledDelicate, gameyNoQuail is considered a gourmet delicacy worldwide.
3Quail curryDishSouth AsiaMain courseSpicy, savoryNoPopular in Indian and Pakistani cuisine.
4Quail eggsEggAsia/EuropeBoiled, pickledRich and creamyNoMuch smaller than chicken eggs but packed with nutrients.
5Quark (cheese)DairyGermanySpread, dessertsMild and tangyNoIt’s a fresh cheese rich in protein and probiotics.
6Quark breadBreadGermanyBreakfast/snackSavoryNoMade with quark for extra moisture and softness.
7Quark cheesecakeDessertCentral EuropeDessertLight, creamyNoOften lighter than traditional cream cheese cakes.
8Quark dipDipGermanyAppetizerSavory, herbyNoOften mixed with garlic, herbs, or chives.
9Quark rollsBreadGermanySnackSoft, slightly tangyNoPopular in German bakeries as breakfast rolls.
10Quarktorte (German cheesecake)DessertGermanyDessertRich and fluffyNoUses quark instead of cream cheese.
11Quatre-épices (spice mix)SpiceFranceSeasoningWarm, spicyYesMeans “four spices”: pepper, nutmeg, clove, ginger.
12Quatre-épices cookiesCookieFranceDessert/snackSpicedYesInfused with the famous French spice blend.
13Quatre-épices pearsDessertFranceDessertSpiced, sweetYesPears poached or baked with the spice mix.
14Quatre-quarts (French pound cake)CakeFranceDessertButteryNoNamed for equal parts of 4 ingredients.
15Quatre-quarts cakeCakeFranceSnack/dessertSweetNoFrench version of pound cake; moist and dense.
16Queen Anne cherryFruitUSAFresh/snackSweet-tartYesThese cherries are light-red and juicy.
17Queen Anne’s lace (edible flowers)FlowerEuropeGarnishMildYesWildflower sometimes used in salads.
18Queen appleFruitNew ZealandRaw/snackSweet and crunchyYesA premium apple variety with great shelf life.
19Queen cakeCakeUKDessertSweetNoMini cupcakes often topped with currants.
20Queen of puddingsDessertUKDessertSweet, fruityNoMade with breadcrumbs, jam, and meringue.
21Queen oliveFruitMediterraneanGarnish, snackingBrinyYesLarger than typical olives, often stuffed.
22Quench (drink)BeverageModern/BrandHydrationFruity, refreshingYesOften marketed as a sports or energy drink.
23QuenelleDumplingFranceMain/sideDelicate, savoryNoUsually made from fish or meat paste.
24Quenepa (fruit)FruitCaribbeanSnackingTangy-sweetYesAlso called Spanish lime or limoncillo.
25Quercetin capsules (supplement)SupplementGlobalHealthNeutralYesA flavonoid antioxidant found in many fruits.


26. Quercetin-enriched tea

Quercetin-enriched tea


27. Quercetin-rich foods

Quercetin-rich foods


28. Quercus (acorns used in cooking)

Quercus (acorns used in cooking)


29. Quesadilla

Quesadilla


30. Quesito (Puerto Rican pastry)

Quesito (Puerto Rican pastry)


31. Queso

Queso


32. Queso blanco

Queso blanco


33. Queso flameado

Queso flameado


34. Queso fresco

Queso fresco


35. Queso fundido

Queso fundido


36. Quest bars (protein bars)

Quest bars (protein bars)


37. Quetsch (type of plum)

Quetsch (type of plum)


38. Quetzalcoatl cake (named after the Aztec god)

Quetzalcoatl cake (named after the Aztec god)


39. Quetzalcoatlus (fantasy dish named after the pterosaur, for fun)

Quetzalcoatlus (fantasy dish named after the pterosaur, for fun)


40. Quiche

Quiche


41. Quiche Lorraine

Quiche Lorraine


42. Quick bread

Quick bread


43. Quick oats

Quick oats


44. Quick pickle

Quick pickle


45. Quick polenta

Quick polenta


46. Quick tapioca pudding

Quick tapioca pudding


47. Quick yeast bread

Quick yeast bread


48. Quick-cook rice

Quick-cook rice


49. Quick-cooking barley

Quick-cooking barley


50. Quick-cooking grits

No Name Type Origin Use Taste Vegan Fun Fact
26Quercetin-enriched teaBeverageModernHealth drinkMildYesTea boosted with antioxidant quercetin.
27Quercetin-rich foodsSuperfoodGlobalHealthVariesYesIncludes apples, onions, and berries.
28Quercus (acorns used in cooking)Nuts/seedGlobalBread, porridgeNutty, earthyYesAcorns from oak trees were once staple food.
29QuesadillaDishMexicoMain courseCheesy, savoryNoClassic Mexican flatbread filled with cheese.
30Quesito (Puerto Rican pastry)PastryPuerto RicoDessert/snackSweet, cheesyNoFlaky pastry filled with sweet cream cheese.
31QuesoDipMexico/USAAppetizerCheesyNoPopular melted cheese dip in Tex-Mex cuisine.
32Queso blancoCheeseLatin AmericaTopping, stuffingMild, crumblyNoMeans “white cheese” in Spanish.
33Queso flameadoDishMexicoAppetizerMelty, spicyNoCheese dish flambéed with alcohol at the table.
34Queso frescoCheeseMexicoSalads, tacosFresh, crumblyNoA soft, unaged Mexican cheese.
35Queso fundidoCheese dishMexicoDip, fillingRich, gooeyNoHot cheese dip often served with chorizo.
36Quest bars (protein bars)SnackUSAFitness snackSweetDependsPopular among gym-goers and keto followers.
37Quetsch (type of plum)FruitFrance/GermanyPreserves, brandySweet-tartYesUsed to make plum schnapps.
38Quetzalcoatl cake (named after the Aztec god)DessertMexicoDessertChocolate, spicedNoInspired by Mesoamerican legend.
39Quetzalcoatlus (fantasy dish)FictionalImaginedNoveltyUnknownNoA fun fantasy-themed prehistoric “dish.”
40QuichePieFranceMain/breakfastSavoryNoEgg-based dish often served cold or warm.
41Quiche LorrainePieFranceMain/breakfastCheesy, savoryNoClassic version with bacon and cream.
42Quick breadBakedUSASnack/breakfastSavory or sweetYesNo yeast—rises with baking soda or powder.
43Quick oatsGrainGlobalBreakfastMildYesCook faster than traditional oats.
44Quick pickleCondimentGlobalSide, garnishSour, tangyYesMade in hours, not days, using vinegar.
45Quick polentaGrainItalySide dishCorny, softYesInstant version of traditional cornmeal porridge.
46Quick tapioca puddingDessertUSADessertSweet, creamyNoUses small pearl tapioca for fast cooking.
47Quick yeast breadBreadUSASnack/mealSoftNoCombines yeast and baking powder for speed.
48Quick-cook riceGrainGlobalSide dishNeutralYesPre-steamed rice that cooks faster than raw.
49Quick-cooking barleyGrainGlobalSoups, stewsNuttyYesParboiled for speed in modern kitchens.
50Quick-cooking gritsGrainUSABreakfastEarthy, mildYesSouthern U.S. staple with shorter prep time.


51. Quick-cooking tapioca


52. Quillback (fish)

Quillback (fish)


53. Quilled cinnamon sticks

Quilled cinnamon sticks


54. Quilled cloves

Quilled cloves


55. Quilled fish fillet

Quilled fish fillet


56. Quilted maple syrup

Quilted maple syrup


57. Quilted quince dessert

Quilted quince dessert


58. Quince

Quince


59. Quince chutney

Quince chutney


60. Quince compote

Quince compote


61. Quince jam

Quince jam


62. Quince jelly

Quince jelly


63. Quince mustard

Quince mustard


64. Quince paste

Quince paste


65. Quince pie

Quince pie


66. Quince tarte Tatin

Quince tarte Tatin


67. Quinceanera cake

Quinceanera cake


68. Quinoa

Quinoa


69. Quinoa and beet salad

Quinoa and beet salad


70. Quinoa and black bean salad

Quinoa and black bean salad


71. Quinoa and chickpea stew

Quinoa and chickpea stew


72. Quinoa and vegetable stir-fry

Quinoa and vegetable stir-fry


73. Quinoa burger

Quinoa burger


74. Quinoa cereal

Quinoa cereal


75. Quinoa chia pudding

Quinoa chia pudding
No Name Type Origin Use Taste Vegan Fun Fact
51Quick-cooking tapiocaGrainGlobalDesserts, puddingsNeutralYesPrecooked tapioca for faster preparation.
52Quillback (fish)SeafoodNorth AmericaMain courseMildNoOften confused with carp; edible freshwater fish.
53Quilled cinnamon sticksSpiceIndia/Sri LankaFlavoringWarm, sweetYesMade by curling dried cinnamon bark.
54Quilled clovesSpiceIndonesiaFlavoringPungent, sweetYesUsed whole in spice blends and mulled drinks.
55Quilled fish filletSeafoodGourmet/ModernFine diningVariesNoDecorative rolled fillet presentation.
56Quilted maple syrupSyrupCanadaPancakes, dessertsSweetYesSold in traditional quilted glass bottles.
57Quilted quince dessertDessertMiddle EastDessertSweet, floralYesLayered quince treat resembling patchwork.
58QuinceFruitAsia/EuropePreserves, bakingTart, floralYesUsually cooked before eating due to astringency.
59Quince chutneyCondimentIndia/UKSide, flavoringSour-sweetYesPerfect with cheese and meats.
60Quince compoteDessertEuropeDessert, toppingSweet-tartYesSlow-cooked quince in syrupy sauce.
61Quince jamSpreadMiddle EastBread toppingSweet, tangyYesBright pink color develops when cooked.
62Quince jellySpreadEuropeBread, cheeseFloral, tartYesClear jelly made from quince juice.
63Quince mustardCondimentItalyWith meats, cheesesSweet-spicyYesCalled “mostarda di frutta” in Italy.
64Quince pastePreserveSpainPaired with cheeseSweetYesKnown as “membrillo” in Spanish cuisine.
65Quince pieDessertEuropeDessertSweet-tartYesBaked like apple pie with aromatic twist.
66Quince tarte TatinDessertFranceUpside-down tartCaramelizedYesFrench twist using caramelized quince.
67Quinceanera cakeDessertLatin AmericaCelebrationSweetNoExtravagant cake for 15th birthday parties.
68QuinoaGrainAndesSide/main dishNuttyYesAncient grain with all nine essential amino acids.
69Quinoa and beet saladSaladModernHealthy mealEarthy, freshYesColorful and packed with nutrients.
70Quinoa and black bean saladSaladFusionMealSavoryYesProtein-packed vegan meal option.
71Quinoa and chickpea stewStewGlobalMain courseSpicedYesHearty vegan-friendly stew.
72Quinoa and vegetable stir-fryMainModernMealSavoryYesA healthier twist on rice stir-fry.
73Quinoa burgerPattyModernMainNutty, savoryYesPopular vegetarian burger alternative.
74Quinoa cerealBreakfastModernBreakfastMildYesFlaked quinoa often served with milk or yogurt.
75Quinoa chia puddingDessertModernDessert/snackNutty, creamyYesVegan superfood treat with fiber and protein.


76. Quinoa chocolate cake

Quinoa chocolate cake


77. Quinoa crackers

Quinoa crackers


78. Quinoa crepes

Quinoa crepes


79. Quinoa flakes

Quinoa flakes


80. Quinoa flour


81. Quinoa pasta

Quinoa pasta


82. Quinoa pilaf

Quinoa pilaf


83. Quinoa risotto

Quinoa risotto


84. Quinoa salad

Quinoa salad


85. Quinoa sushi

Quinoa sushi


86. Quinoa tabbouleh

Quinoa tabbouleh


87. Quinoa veggie burger

Quinoa veggie burger


88. Quinoa-stuffed peppers

Quinoa-stuffed peppers


89. Quipu (edible seaweed)

Quipu (edible seaweed)


90. Quirche (Sardinian cheese)

Quirche (Sardinian cheese)


91. Quirk (homemade soda or fermented drink)

Quirk (homemade soda or fermented drink)


92. Quoddy (named after Quoddy Head, potentially a local dish in that area)


93. Quorn (meat substitute)

Quorn (meat substitute)


94. Quorn cutlets

Quorn cutlets


95. Quorn mince

Quorn mince


96. Quorn paella

Quorn paella


97. Quorn tacos

Quorn tacos


98. Quorn tikka masala

Quorn tikka masala


99. Qurabiya (Middle Eastern almond cookie)

Qurabiya (Middle Eastern almond cookie)


100. Qurs (type of Ayurvedic medicine, sometimes edible)

Qurs (type of Ayurvedic medicine, sometimes edible)
No Name Type Origin Use Taste Vegan Fun Fact
76Quinoa chocolate cakeDessertModernDessertRich, nuttyYesGluten-free cake using quinoa instead of flour.
77Quinoa crackersSnackGlobalSnackNutty, crispYesCrunchy crackers made from quinoa flour or seeds.
78Quinoa crepesBreakfastFusionBreakfast, snackSoft, earthyYesLight, gluten-free crepes made with quinoa flour.
79Quinoa flakesCerealModernBreakfastMildYesSteamed and rolled quinoa used like oats.
80Quinoa flourFlourAndesBakingNuttyYesHigh-protein gluten-free flour alternative.
81Quinoa pastaPastaModernMain dishesNeutralYesGluten-free pasta alternative using quinoa flour.
82Quinoa pilafMainGlobalMeal sideSavoryYesCooked quinoa with veggies and spices like rice pilaf.
83Quinoa risottoMainFusionEntreeCreamy, earthyYesHealthy twist on classic risotto using quinoa.
84Quinoa saladSaladModernMeal or sideFresh, nuttyYesOne of the most popular modern healthy salads.
85Quinoa sushiMainFusionSushiNeutralYesUsed in place of sticky rice for gluten-free rolls.
86Quinoa tabboulehSaladMiddle EastAppetizerHerby, tangyYesA gluten-free take on classic tabbouleh.
87Quinoa veggie burgerMainModernSandwichSavoryYesPopular plant-based patty option.
88Quinoa-stuffed peppersMainGlobalBaked entreeEarthy, heartyYesStuffed bell peppers with quinoa mix inside.
89Quipu (edible seaweed)SeaweedPeru (name inspired)Side, snackSalty, marineYesCreative dish named after Andean “knot cords.”
90Quirche (Sardinian cheese)DairyItalyCheese boardSharp, richNoRare regional cheese made from sheep milk.
91Quirk (homemade soda or fermented drink)BeverageModernDrinkFruity, fizzyYesPlayful name for craft or probiotic sodas.
92QuoddyDishMaine, USASeafoodVariesNoLikely a local seafood-based specialty.
93Quorn (meat substitute)Meat alternativeUKMainSavoryNo*Made from mycoprotein; some versions are vegan.
94Quorn cutletsMainUKMain dishNeutralNo*Meatless cutlet often used in vegan/vegetarian meals.
95Quorn minceMeat substituteUKStir-fries, pastaUmamiNo*High-protein alternative to ground meat.
96Quorn paellaMainFusionMain dishSavoryNo*Vegetarian take on Spanish paella with Quorn.
97Quorn tacosMainFusionTacosSavoryNo*Used instead of meat in taco filling.
98Quorn tikka masalaMainFusionCurrySpicy, richNo*Popular vegetarian Indian-style curry option.
99Qurabiya (Middle Eastern almond cookie)DessertMiddle EastSweet snackNutty, sweetNoCrisp almond-based shortbread-style treat.
100Qurs (Ayurvedic edible medicine)HerbalIndiaHealthBitter/herbalSometimesUsed in traditional medicine, sometimes chewable.
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