Nature's Superfoods Organic White Quinoa Seeds 1kg Value Pack - Whole Grain l Quality Protein l Dietary Fiber

Known as the Mother of all grains with excellent protein quality. Quinoa is a nutritious whole grain with all 9 essential amino acids (including lysine) - essential for tissue growth, repair and development. According to the FAO (Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations), Quinoa is one of the grains with the most nutrients per 100 calories. It is so nutritious that NASA, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration in the USA, feeds it to crews on long space missions. 

High in protein and dietary fiber, Quinoa also contains B vitamins, folate, calcium, magnesium, a diverse array of antioxidants and many more phytonutrients. Quinoa is known for its high amount of superior protein (12-18%), which is higher than all other grains (50% more than wheat). Quality protein is necessary for optimal tissue growth, repair and development. Hence, Quinoa is an ideal food for both adults and children, pregnant mums, athletes, elderly people.

Botanical Name: Chenopodium quinoa

Our organic Quinoa grains are mechanically cleaned and free from saponin (the bitter-tasting outer coat). Naturally gluten-free, and non-GMO.

Organic Certifications: USDA, EU, JAS

-Certified Organic

-Gluten-Free

-Vegan

-Low GI

-Non-GMO

-Halal-Certified

Pre-washed, Saponin-Free

Health Benefits

-Well-being

-Fitness

Additional Benefits

-Promotes heart health 

-Improves digestive health

-Heals & builds lean muscle

How to Cook Quinoa Seeds:

1) Rinse quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer. Place 1 part Quinoa and 2 parts water (or stock) in a saucepan, bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cook for 15-20 minutes until the quinoa is translucent, plump and the external germ (“spiral tail’) is visible.

2) Quick Rice Cooker Method: Quinoa cooks like rice and can also be cooked in a rice cooker (1 cup quinoa with 2 cups of water)

INGREDIENTS: 100% Organic White Quinoa Seeds (pre-washed, saponin free)

ORGANIC CERTIFICATIONS: USDA, EU, JAS

Produce of Peru