Organic Quinoa Seeds

Quinoa is an ancient grain crop that originated in the Andean regions of South America. It’s considered a pseudocereal like amaranth. The seeds are small, flat, disc-shaped and range in color from pale yellow to red to black. Quinoa has a mild, nutty flavor and fluffy, slightly crunchy texture when cooked. cIt’s known for being a complete protein source containing all 9 essential amino acids. Quinoa is also high in fiber, iron, B vitamins and other nutrients.

Organic quinoa seeds are grown without synthetic pesticides, fertilizers or genetic engineering methods. They are certified organic by accredited agencies that verify the growing and processing meets USDA organic standards.

Organic quinoa is typically sold in sealed bags or containers to preserve freshness. Common sizes range from 8-16 oz bags up to larger bulk bags of 2-4 lbs.

The seeds are most commonly cooked like rice and used as a side dish or base for salads, bowls, pilafs etc. Quinoa flour can be used for gluten-free baking. The seeds can also be sprouted or popped.