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What is Quinoa

Quinoa is a cereal grain from Peru, which is closely related to the amaranth; quinoa is in the Goosefoot family, Chenopodiaceae. Our quinoa is definitely organic. The seed is about 1/8 inch in diameter. It is cooked and eaten much like oatmeal.

There are about 1480 calories in one pound of quinoa flour or seeds. The composition of the flour is approximately: 55.3% carbohydrates, 13.1% protein, 5.8% fat, 13.6% fiber, 9.3% water, and 2.9% minerals.

Nutrition Facts:       Serving Size 1/4 cup dry (42g)
Calories             166         Calories from Fat 28
Total Fat                3 g        Saturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol          0 mg
Sodium                 5 mg
Carbohydrate   30 g
     Dietary Fiber     3 g
     Sugars              1 g
Protein                   5 g
Glycemic Index: 35

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This page last updated: 03/01/2018