Red Quinoa Quinoa 500g - VIVIO

Quinoa is also known as Peruvian rice. It originates from the regions of South America and has been valued for its many health-promoting properties for centuries. In the land of the Incas, it replaced corn. It can also successfully replace rice and potatoes. This is called pseudo grain. This means that it is similar in properties to grain, but is not biologically related to it. This plant has gained popularity due to the fact that its seeds are very easy to prepare for consumption. The shell contains an ingredient (saponins) that gives the beans a bitter taste. Therefore, the seeds are processed immediately after harvest to eliminate bitterness. Nowadays, quinoa is also grown in North America and Europe. It comes in several varieties. The most popular are: Kancolla Quinoa and Blanka de Juni (both have white seeds) and Witulla and Pasancalla (with pink-brown seeds and less bitterness). The individual quinoa varieties differ not only in appearance, but also in ingredients and distribution area.
Quinoa is characterized above all by a high content of easily digestible protein. It is also a source of vitamins E, A and B. It provides our body with many valuable minerals such as calcium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, potassium, sodium and zinc. It is a source of unsaturated fatty acids, flavonoids (especially quercitin and kaempferol) and amino acids (including lysine and methionine). Quinoa also has high amounts of dietary fiber, which aids in the digestive system.
Peruvian rice can help prevent atherosclerosis thanks to the fatty acids it contains, which are valuable for health, including linolenic and oleic acids. Consuming quinoa seeds also has a positive effect on the skeletal system due to the high calcium content. It is almost 20 times more than in milk! Quinoa also has a positive effect on our nervous and immune systems. Because of its richness in antioxidants, research is currently underway into the possibility of using quinoa to prevent cancer. The vitamin E and zinc content means that quinoa seeds can also be used in cosmetics. Quinoa seed extract is found in lotions, face creams, cleansing gels and masks.

INGREDIENTS
red quinoa.

NUTRITIONAL VALUE OF THE PRODUCT IN 100 g
Calorific value - 1497 kJ / 355 kcal
fat - 5.5 g
- of which saturated fatty acids - 0.7 g
Carbohydrates - 57.8 g
- including sugar - 5.1 g
Fiber - 6.8 g
Protein - 15.1 g
Salt - 0.02 g

NET WEIGHT: strong> 500 g

APPLICATION
The taste of red quinoa may not appeal to everyone. This strain also contains saponins, which are responsible for the bitter aftertaste. However, it is very easy to get rid of, which is why proper heat treatment is so important. Rinse the seeds thoroughly under running water before cooking. Then put the quinoa in a saucepan and pour cold water in a ratio of 1:2 (one portion of porridge to two portions of water). If necessary, you can add water during cooking. 15 minutes after cooking, the seeds should be ready to eat. Then turn off the heat source and leave the pot covered until the quinoa absorbs the remaining water. It should not be watered, as it contains valuable nutrients for health. Red quinoa is perfect for all kinds of salads as it's definitely crunchier than the other varieties. You can also successfully cook an original cake with it. Use the recipes below.

RECOMMENDED STORAGE
Store in a dry and cool place.