Grain
Quinoa
A gluten-free seed that cooks like a grain and brings complete protein.
Nutrition
per 100g, cooked120
Calories
4.4g
Protein
21g
Carbs
1.9g
Fat
2.8g
Fiber
high proteingluten freewhole grain
Good to know
- •A complete plant protein — rare for a grain.
- •Naturally gluten-free.
- •Rinse before cooking to remove the bitter coating (saponin).
Great in
Protein-packed grain bowlsCold salads with herbs and lemonA side in place of riceBreakfast porridge
Healthy swaps & pairings
- →Rice for a cheaper base
- →Couscous for a faster cook (not gluten-free)
- →Bulgur for a similar nutty bite
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Nutrition values are rounded approximations per 100g and vary with variety, cut and preparation.