Quinoa is a member of the Chenopodium family and is similar to amaranth. It was one of the staple grains for the ancient Incas, who called it 'The Mother Grain'. It has been consumed for thousands of years and is one of the highest grain sources of protein. Organic Products List
Serving Size: 1/3 cup (50g)
Servings per package: 9
Suggested Use: Tasty Quinoa can be cooked like brown rice, yet only takes twenty minutes. First clean the Quinoa grain by rinsing through a strainer. Simmer for about twenty minutes until Quinoa expands fully. Then add seasonings and desired vegetables and cook until water is gone.
Other Ingredients: 100% Organic Quinoa
Warnings: None
Disclaimers: Certified by QAI Organically grown and processed in accordance with the California Foods Act of 1990.Quinoa Porridge
Ingredients
1 cup uncooked NOW Organic Quinoa Grain*
2 cups water
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg or allspice
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1 cup unsweetened hemp or rice milk
1 apple, diced
1 cup blueberries or other berries
1/2 cup chopped NOW Pecans*
*NOW items available on this web site.
1. Add quinoa, water, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to a small pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until most of the water has been absorbed.
2. Add milk, and simmer uncovered for an additional 10 minutes. Stir in apple, berries, and nuts. Remove from heat.
3. Let sit covered for 10 minutes while the porridge thickens. Drizzle with agave before serving if desired.
Makes 4 servings
Nutrition info per serving: 307 calories; 14 g fat; 1 g saturated fat; 0 mg cholesterol; 8 g protein; 40 g carbohydrate; 6 g fiber; 159 mg sodium |
