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Azure Market Organics Quinoa White, Organic
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Product Description
Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) is one of the healthiest, most nutritious foods on the planet. It's naturally gluten-free, high in protein and one of the few plant foods that contain all nine essential amino acids. It is also high in fiber, magnesium, B-vitamins, iron, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, vitamin E and various beneficial antioxidants. Truly, a superfood in every sense of the word.
But what, exactly, is it? Quinoa is a grain crop that is grown for its edible seeds. It technically isn't a cereal grain, but a pseudo-cereal. In other words, it is a seed which is prepared and eaten like a grain.
Scientifically speaking, quinoa is the mature seed of the species Chenopodium Quinoa, which belongs to the Chenopodioideae subfamily of the amaranthaceae. Spinach, swiss chard and beets are in the same family.
Quinoa was an important crop for the Inca Empire, as far back as 5000 BC. They referred to it as the "mother of all grains" and believed it to be sacred. It was a diet staple of pre-Hispanic cultures of South America, before being replaced by cereals brought by the Spaniards. Today it's found mainly in the region of Lake Titicaca in Peru and Bolivia.
Azure Market Organic Quinoa comes in three different colors - black, red and white. We also offer a tri-colored mix of all three. White quinoa has a neutral taste, while black and red quinoa are bolder in flavor.
Quinoa has only 160 calories per quarter-cup serving with 2.5 grams of fat and 6 grams of protein. About 28% of quinoa's fatty acids come in the form of oleic acid, a heart-healthy monounsaturated fat, and about 5% in the form of alpha-linolenic acid or ALA - the omega-3 fatty acid most commonly found in plants associated with decreased risk of inflammation-related disease.
Quinoa is higher in fiber than most grains and is a very good source of manganese. It is also a good source of phosphorus, copper, magnesium, dietary fiber, folate and zinc.
Two flavonoids that have been particularly well studied, quercetin and kaempferol, are found in large amounts in quinoa. In fact, the quercetin content of quinoa is even higher than typical high-quercetin foods like cranberries. These important molecules have been shown to have anti-inflammatory, antiviral, anti-cancer and anti-depressant effects in animal studies.
The really great thing about quinoa though is that it is the perfect grain-free substitute for salads and other dishes. Serve as a side dish, in casseroles, for breakfast, or as a compliment to curry, grilled vegetables or braised meat. And be sure to rinse the quinoa before cooking to reduce the bitter taste that comes with its natural coating.
**Country of origin(s): Peru, Bolivia, USA, and Canada
Product meets or exceeds USDA guidelines. While we use the most modern equipment and standards when cleaning, processing, and packing this product, the contents of this bag are a natural product grown in the earth. It is not always possible to remove all foreign material. Please sort and rinse thoroughly before cooking.
Azure Market products that are re-packaged by Azure for your convenience are packaged in a Facility that meets the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) - Safe Quality Food (SQF) standards which includes an approved allergen control program.
1 cup quinoa to 2 cups boiling water. Begin by soaking quinoa in warm water for 5 minutes. Wash, drain, and rinse several times with clear water. Add cereal to boiling water, cover and return to a boil, lower heat to simmer and cook for 10 - 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Serve hot or cool to add to other recipes, (for an extra nutty flavor, place the dry grain in a dry frying pan, gently stir and toast to a very light brown before adding to boiling water.)
organic white quinoa
Serving Size: 1/4 cup (47g)
Calories 170
Amount / Serving: %DV
Total Fat 1.5g: 2%
Saturated Fat 0g: 0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg: 0%
Sodium 0mg: 0%
Total Carbohydrate 32g: 12%
Dietary Fiber 5g: 18%
Total Sugars 1g
Includes 0g Added Sugars: 0%
Protein 6g
Vitamin D 0mcg: 0%
Calcium 15mg: 2%
Iron 2mg: 10%
Potassium 324mg: 6%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in
a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories
a day is used for general nutrition advice.
But what, exactly, is it? Quinoa is a grain crop that is grown for its edible seeds. It technically isn't a cereal grain, but a pseudo-cereal. In other words, it is a seed which is prepared and eaten like a grain.
Scientifically speaking, quinoa is the mature seed of the species Chenopodium Quinoa, which belongs to the Chenopodioideae subfamily of the amaranthaceae. Spinach, swiss chard and beets are in the same family.
Quinoa was an important crop for the Inca Empire, as far back as 5000 BC. They referred to it as the "mother of all grains" and believed it to be sacred. It was a diet staple of pre-Hispanic cultures of South America, before being replaced by cereals brought by the Spaniards. Today it's found mainly in the region of Lake Titicaca in Peru and Bolivia.
Azure Market Organic Quinoa comes in three different colors - black, red and white. We also offer a tri-colored mix of all three. White quinoa has a neutral taste, while black and red quinoa are bolder in flavor.
Quinoa has only 160 calories per quarter-cup serving with 2.5 grams of fat and 6 grams of protein. About 28% of quinoa's fatty acids come in the form of oleic acid, a heart-healthy monounsaturated fat, and about 5% in the form of alpha-linolenic acid or ALA - the omega-3 fatty acid most commonly found in plants associated with decreased risk of inflammation-related disease.
Quinoa is higher in fiber than most grains and is a very good source of manganese. It is also a good source of phosphorus, copper, magnesium, dietary fiber, folate and zinc.
Two flavonoids that have been particularly well studied, quercetin and kaempferol, are found in large amounts in quinoa. In fact, the quercetin content of quinoa is even higher than typical high-quercetin foods like cranberries. These important molecules have been shown to have anti-inflammatory, antiviral, anti-cancer and anti-depressant effects in animal studies.
The really great thing about quinoa though is that it is the perfect grain-free substitute for salads and other dishes. Serve as a side dish, in casseroles, for breakfast, or as a compliment to curry, grilled vegetables or braised meat. And be sure to rinse the quinoa before cooking to reduce the bitter taste that comes with its natural coating.
**Country of origin(s): Peru, Bolivia, USA, and Canada
Product meets or exceeds USDA guidelines. While we use the most modern equipment and standards when cleaning, processing, and packing this product, the contents of this bag are a natural product grown in the earth. It is not always possible to remove all foreign material. Please sort and rinse thoroughly before cooking.
Azure Market products that are re-packaged by Azure for your convenience are packaged in a Facility that meets the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) - Safe Quality Food (SQF) standards which includes an approved allergen control program.
Directions
1 cup quinoa to 2 cups boiling water. Begin by soaking quinoa in warm water for 5 minutes. Wash, drain, and rinse several times with clear water. Add cereal to boiling water, cover and return to a boil, lower heat to simmer and cook for 10 - 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Serve hot or cool to add to other recipes, (for an extra nutty flavor, place the dry grain in a dry frying pan, gently stir and toast to a very light brown before adding to boiling water.)
Ingredients
organic white quinoa
Nutrition Facts
Servings per container: 19Serving Size: 1/4 cup (47g)
Calories 170
Amount / Serving: %DV
Total Fat 1.5g: 2%
Saturated Fat 0g: 0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg: 0%
Sodium 0mg: 0%
Total Carbohydrate 32g: 12%
Dietary Fiber 5g: 18%
Total Sugars 1g
Includes 0g Added Sugars: 0%
Protein 6g
Vitamin D 0mcg: 0%
Calcium 15mg: 2%
Iron 2mg: 10%
Potassium 324mg: 6%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in
a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories
a day is used for general nutrition advice.
- Certified organic? Yes
- Package code: GR128
- Shipping weight: 2.14 lb
- Size: 33 oz
- Storage climate: dry
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Customer Reviews
By Spence Guerin
Date: January 03, 2023
I am not actually qualified to rate these products. I can only say they certainly appear to be genuine organic and fresh and in use, they are as good as expected. I grind fresh flour and add quinoa for its food value and the results were as good as can be, I think. I am glad Azure can provide organic sunflower seeds, though I'm not sure of source.
Rating: 
[5 of 5 Stars!]
[5 of 5 Stars!]
By Salome
Date: December 29, 2022
Love to include quinoa in our meal rotation.
Rating: [5 of 5 Stars!]
[5 of 5 Stars!]
By Devi Shailesh Lemerand
Date: December 03, 2022
Good quality
Rating: [5 of 5 Stars!]
[5 of 5 Stars!]
By Kim
Date: November 25, 2022
The quinoa cooked up beautifully! Such a great value.
Rating: [5 of 5 Stars!]
[5 of 5 Stars!]
By Sylvia
Date: October 28, 2022
Great quinoa Sprouts great!
Rating: [5 of 5 Stars!]
[5 of 5 Stars!]
By Steve Baughman
Date: August 19, 2022
I hated quinoa until recently, and now I just wonder what was wrong with me. This is another product I am totally dependent on you for. That's why I get so angry when things are out-of-stock; I basically have to scramble to find something else to eat. I'm a little set in my ways.
Rating: [5 of 5 Stars!]
[5 of 5 Stars!]