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Healthworks Organic Quinoa bring a mild flavor, light crunch and rich nutrient content to all of your favorite dishes - breakfast, lunch, or dinner! Quinoa is the perfect gluten-free, cholesterol-free substitute for pasta, rice or couscous. It’s also a fantastic wheat-free alternative.

Start mixing quinoa into your diet by using it in stir-frys, chili, salads and stews. It’s a versatile grain that goes well with everything and is healthy too! Quinoa is packed with protein, iron, B-vitamins, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, vitamin E and fiber.

FAQ

Question: How do I prepare Quinoa?

Answer: Thoroughly rinse Quinoa before cooking. Combine 1 cup quinoa with 2 cups water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes. Enjoy with your favorite recipes!

Question: What is the difference between white, black and red quinoa?

Answer: Quinoa grows in a rainbow of colors, but the most commonly available are red, black, and white quinoa. Taste and nutrition are similar among the colors. White quinoa tends to cook up fluffier, while red quinoa and black quinoa have a crunchier texture and the grains don’t stick together as much.

There is no significant difference between the types of quinoa as they all offer the same high quality nutrition and nutty, earthy flavor.