Quinoa is an easy food to prepare, has a light, fluffy texture when cooked, and its mild, slightly nutty flavour makes it an alternative to white rice or couscous.

A wide variety of fruits, vegetables and seasonings can be added to make a whole range of dishes. It can be served as a high-protein breakfast food mixed with honey, almonds, or berries.

As a snack food, Quinoa can be toasted in a dry pan over medium heat until it is browned and mixed with granola, fruit (fresh or dried), coconut, or just eaten by itself.

Although it is cooked like a grain, it is actually a seed. Like grains, it is a good source of complex carbohydrates. However, it has a greater protein content than most grains, and unlike other grains, contains all the amino acids needed for health.

Directions for use:
Wash. Add 2 cups of water to 1 cup of quinoa. Bring to the boil and simmer until liquid has been absorbed.

Nutritional Information per 100g:
Energy 1505kJ/356kcal, Protein 13.7g, Carbohydrate 64.3g (of which sugars 3.5g), Fat 7.1g (of which saturates 0.96g), Fibre 14.0g, Sodium trace.