
Quinoa.
Quinoa — Nutrition & Culinary Profile
otherQuinoa is a protein-rich grain native to the Andean region, often used as a nutritious and versatile ingredient in various dishes, from salads to main courses.
✓ Gluten-free✓ Mediterranean✓ Paleo✓ Vegan✓ Vegetarian
Processing States
Minerals per 100g
Calcium20 mg
Iron2.8 mg
Magnesium197 mg
Phosphorus450 mg
Potassium1008 mg
Sodium5 mg
Zinc1.1 mg
Vitamins per 100g
Vitamin A0 µg
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D0 µg
Vitamin E0.6 mg
Vitamin K2.5 µg
Vitamin B10.2 mg
Vitamin B20.1 mg
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)1.5 mg
Vitamin B60.3 mg
Vitamin B9 (Folate)184 µg
Vitamin B120 µg
Culinary Profile
Sweetness
2
Acidity
2
Bitterness
2
Umami
3
Aroma
4
Texturecrunchy
Food Properties
Glycemic Index35
Glycemic Load10.5
pH6.5
Water Activity0.5
Kitchen Measures
1 Cup
201.1 g1 cup to grams
1 Tablespoon
12.6 gtablespoon to grams
1 Teaspoon
4.2 gteaspoon to grams
Density0.9 g/ml
Used in Cooking
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