Quinoa

What is Quinoa?

Quinoa, pronounced [KEEN-wah] is a high protein grain popular in South America. Quinoa is a "complete protein" which means it contains all 7 essential amino acids. In addition it is low in saturated fat and carbohydrates than other grains.

Substitute for Quinoa

If you don't have quinoa you can substitute per cup of quinoa needed:
1 Cup millet
OR 1 Cup amaranth
OR 1 Cup couscou
OR 1 Cup rice

Equivalents

1 lb. quinoa, dry = 3 cups uncooked, 9 cups cooked

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Other Grains

Nutrition Information For Quinoa

Serving Size

1 cup

Calories

626

Calories from Fat

% Daily Value^*

Total Fat 10g

20%

Saturated Fat 1g

Cholesterol 0mg

Sodium 9mg

Potassium

957g

30%

Total Carbohydrate 109g

40%

Dietary Fiber 12g

50%

Sugars 0g

Protein 24g

50%

Vitamin A 0%	•	Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 0%	•	Iron 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Favorite Quinoa Recipes

Stuffed Squash With Black Quinoa And Pomegranate Seeds
These stuffed squash can look quite ghoulish for your Halloween party. They make an equally nice vegetarian meal or side dish.

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