WHITE QUINOA

•  Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) - The most widely used pseudocereal in kitchens around the world.
•  Authentic nutritional quality: A source of protein, high in fibre, and low in sugars.
•  Gluten-free: Quinoa contains no gluten. It is suitable for coeliacs.
•  Guaranteed versatility: The white variety is the most widely used quinoa for cooking. 
•  Enjoy its mild flavour and fluffy texture, with an easy and quick cooking method.

White Quinoa – The classic. Discover it

White quinoa from FoodSeries is a natural food product available in convenient pouch formats for your kitchen.

Quinoa is a widely used pseudocereal all over the world due to its nutritional and organoleptic properties. It comes in different varieties depending on the crop, which vary in nutritional composition, texture, and flavour.

Quinoa is rich in carbohydrates, provides a good amount of protein, and is popular among athletes for this reason.

The ideal quinoa variety for your recipes

What is quinoa and why is it used like a cereal?

Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) is a seed native to the Andes, considered a pseudocereal due to its use and nutritional profile similar to traditional cereals like rice and wheat. Unlike conventional cereals, quinoa does not belong to the grass family, but is consumed in a similar way, usually cooked. It stands out for its high protein content compared to traditional cereals, including all essential amino acids, making it a complete protein source even though it's plant-based, which makes it ideal for vegetarian and vegan diets. It is also high in fibre and other important nutrients. Its content of gluten-free carbohydrates, mostly complex, makes it a low glycaemic index source, perfect for consumption at any time of the day.

White quinoa is the most versatile type of quinoa

White quinoa is the most versatile type due to its mild flavour and light texture, making it an excellent base for a wide variety of recipes. Unlike red or black quinoa, which have a stronger flavour and firmer texture, white quinoa cooks faster and develops a fluffy consistency, similar to rice. This makes it ideal for all kinds of recipes. Its mild flavour also allows for easy pairing with all sorts of ingredients,

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Another reason why white quinoa is the most commonly used variety is its ease of eating and digestion, being the softest of all; and its adaptability to different diets as a pseudocereal that suits allergies, intolerances, and dietary preferences.

Below is a comparison table of the three main varieties of quinoa to help you choose the one that best suits your preferences:

Gluten-free – A cereal suitable for coeliacs

Quinoa is a naturally gluten-free pseudocereal, making it an excellent alternative for those with coeliac disease or gluten sensitivity. Thanks to its strong nutritional profile, it is ideal as a carbohydrate source in a rich and varied diet.

Flavour of white quinoa – Where does it fit in?

Thanks to its neutral flavour profile, you can pair it with both sweet and savoury ingredients without overpowering other flavours, making it very versatile in your kitchen.

White quinoa nutrition section

Quinoa is:

•  A source of protein: In addition, despite being a plant-based protein, it contains all the essential amino acids, which is why it’s considered a complete protein. Protein helps to gain and maintain muscle mass.
•  High in fibre: An important nutrient that, nowadays, with the rise of ultra-processed foods, is increasingly lacking in the diet.
•  Rich in carbohydrates: Complex, with a naturally low sugar content, making it an ideal choice for both athletes and those seeking a balanced diet.

Consistency – What can we expect?

As previously mentioned, white quinoa is the softest of all varieties. Once cooked, it gives a perfect result for all kinds of preparations – soft, fluffy, and very malleable, ideal for use as a side dish; but if you knead and compress it, it will form a starchy paste perfect for continuing your culinary adventure and preparing other dishes, such as breads, tortillas, and other doughs.

Do I need to wash quinoa? Why?

Quinoa should be washed because, as a pseudocereal, it is rich in saponins, which give it a characteristically bitter flavour. Washing it before cooking removes them and improves its taste.