Organic White Quinoa

Gluten Free - Vegan - Low Fat - Vitamin & Mineral Rich


Product Description

 

Lilly K© Organic White Quinoa comes from Peru, one of the most biodiverse places on earth.  Peru has a large number of unique and nutritious foods, the most well-known is the ancient crop quinoa. White quinoa is the most well-known and widespread type of the grain family. It has a light flavor, cooks the quickest, and has a nice, fluffy texture.

Enjoy­ quinoa as a substitute for carbs such as rice and pasta by cooking it as a side, with pasta sauce or adding dressing and using it as a salad topping. By doing so you can swap your carbs with a healthy carb and protein source!

 

Measuring:

Cooked quinoa doubles in size and is a light fluffy alternative to rice or potato side dishes. The serving size is 1 cup to 2 cups of cooked quinoa per person.

 

Rinsing:

Use a strainer to wash quinoa before cooking.

 

Cooking:

Add quinoa to boiling water at a ratio if ½ cup of quinoa to one cup (1 cup=250 ml of liquid). Add salt or other seasonings to taste. Stir the mixture and reduce heat to simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. Don't overcook. Let the quinoa rest in a covered pot for about 5 minutes to absorb the remaining moisture and stir to fluff the quinoa. You can also substitute the water with your favorite broth.

 

Eating:

Serve the quinoa warm as a side dish to your favorite meal or cold with your salads.

 

More Ways to Enjoy Quinoa:

For a more flavorful dish, add grated or melted cheese (dairy) or herbs and spices to the quinoa. Use a mixture of precooked, chopped vegetables to enhance the flavor of your quinoa. Add toasted almond slivers, raisins, dried berries, pistachios, or peanuts to make a tasty alternative side dish.

 

 

 

Complete Protein (9 Essential Amino Acids)

Dairy-Free

Gluten-Free

Low Fat

Low Sugar

Vegan

Vegetarian

Wheat-Free

High Fiber

Low GI

Vitamin & Mineral Rich

 

*Discuss Adding Quinoa To Your Diet With Your Doctor or Nutritionist.