Blend Of Quinoa
What is Blend Of Quinoa?
Quinoa is a flowering plant in the amaranth family, grown for its edible seeds. The seeds are cooked and eaten as a grain, though they are technically a pseudocereal. Quinoa is native to the Andes region of South America.
Is Blend Of Quinoa vegan?
Blend Of Quinoa is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Blend Of Quinoa gluten-free?
It is naturally gluten-free.
Is Blend Of Quinoa a major allergen?
Quinoa is not one of the nine major allergens.
What is Blend Of Quinoa used for?
Manufacturers use quinoa as a whole grain ingredient, often in place of rice or pasta.
Is Blend Of Quinoa safe?
Quinoa is a source of protein, fiber, and various micronutrients.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use quinoa as a whole grain ingredient, often in place of rice or pasta. It adds a nutty flavor and a slightly chewy texture to dishes. Quinoa is commonly found in packaged entrees, side dishes, and grain blends.
Health notes
Quinoa is a source of protein, fiber, and various micronutrients. It is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. While no specific regulatory bodies have set limits on its consumption, it is a nutrient-dense food that can be part of a healthy diet.
Allergen info
Quinoa is not one of the nine major allergens. It is naturally gluten-free.
Foods that contain Blend Of Quinoa
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Uncle Ben's Inc.
Beef & Broccoli With Quinoa And Brown Rice Skillet Meals, Beef & Broccoli
364kcal
9.1Protein
3.4Fat
72.7Carbs
Uncle Ben's Inc.
Whole Grain Medley Quinoa And Brown
128kcal
2.8Protein
1.8Fat
24.8Carbs
Uncle Ben's Inc.
Whole Grain Medley Quinoa & Brown With Garlic, Quinoa & Brown With Garlic
75kcal
1.7Protein
1.0Fat
15Carbs
Uncle Ben's Inc.
Southwest Chicken With Quinoa And Brown Rice Skillet Meals, Southwest Chicken
357kcal
9.5Protein
3.6Fat
71.4Carbs
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