- Nutritional Profile: High protein content, each cup of cooked quinoa provides 8.1 grams of protein ( containing all 9 essential amino acids) and 222 calories. A cup of cooked quinoa provides 5.2 grams of fiber, making it excellent source of fibre. One cup of cooked quinoa also contains 2.76 milligrams of iron. One cup also contains more than 10 percent of the RDA of the vitamins B-1, B-2, and B-6, and traces of vitamin E, B3, and calcium.Good source of other vitamins and minerals such as: Manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, potassium, iron, zinc, flavonoids and folate.Very high content of antioxidants and very low GI ( glycemic index).
- Health Benefits: Amino acids from protein in your diet are essential to support the growth and repair of tissues and organs. Dietary fiber food promotes heart and digestive health and controls blood glucose and insulin concentrations. High iron concentration helps production of new red blood cells and certain enzymes involved in energy metabolism. Quinoa has a potential protective effect against kidney stones by managing potassium levels.
- Usage: Quinoa can be incorporated in any meal in lieu of rice. It can be used in baking, hot side dishes, add it to the salads or make it a breakfast grain like cereal by adding some flavor to it, such as cinnamon any dried fruits etc. Vegetarian kitchen uses quinoa to make burgers.
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