Organic White Quinoa – 25 lb.

This organic white quinoa makes a naturally delicious and nutritious addition to any recipe! Quinoa is an ancient grain known for its nutritious edible seeds. The seeds are rinsed in water and cooked similarly to rice. When prepared in boiling water on the stovetop quinoa can be ready in as little as 15 to 20 minutes. It will have a fluffy texture and a mild nutty flavor once cooked. Closely related to the amaranth grain quinoa can be used in soups salads or stuffed squash. Mix it with risotto vegetables or fresh herbs. It can even be used in granola or flavorful breakfast bowls with fresh fruits and milk. Quinoa grows in different colors and although the taste is similar among the varieties you can choose the color that is appealing for your recipe. This white quinoa is a common type and it tends to cook up fluffier and faster than the other varieties. Quinoa is an excellent plant-based protein source for vegetarian and vegan dishes. It is a complete protein meaning that it provides all nine essential amino acids for a healthy diet. It is high in beneficial antioxidants dietary fiber vitamins and minerals. Easy to incorporate into any dish quinoa is also naturally gluten free so it will suit many different types of recipes and dietary needs.