Description
Quinoa (pronounced “KEEN-wa”) is not a grain (like wheat, barley or rye). Instead, this seed is only very distantly related to the grains, and is actually a closer relative of spinach, amaranth and rhubarb (also tumbleweed!).
Quinoa has been grown as a food crop in the Andes for over 5000 years. The nutritional composition of quinoa makes it an attractive alternative to wheat; in fact, the proteins in quinoa actually have a more balanced range of amino acids, and include all the essential amino acids required for human nutrition. Quinoa makes a great, mild-tasting side-dish, and offers fiber, folic acid and minerals often lacking in other gluten-free foods that are a critical part of the diet of people with celiac.
Item Details
Organic, Vegan.
Product of South America.
Ingredients
Organic Quinoa Grain.
Please note that this is bag is packed in an environment that handles peanuts, nuts, sesame, milk , gluten & soya.
Nutritional Information
Per 100g: Energy 1604 kJ/387 kcal, Fat 6.3g (of which Saturates 1.0g), Carbohydrates 66.9g (of which Sugars 3.5g), Fibre 4.9g, Protein 12.3g, Salt 0.06g.
