BIO TRICOLOR QUINOA 5 Kg

Despite having the appearance of a cereal, quinoa does not belong to the grass family but is the seed of a plant similar to spinach. The tricolor quinoa from organic cultivation of the Oltresole company is a mix of white, red and black quinoa seeds. The white quinoa has a neutral flavor while the red or black variety are characterized by a stronger and more intense flavor, giving this mix the right balance of taste and energy. Naturally gluten-free quinoa is suitable for those who are intolerant of it or for those who follow vegan or vegetarian diets. This food is rich in various nutrients useful for the well-being of the body: fibers, mineral salts (magnesium, potassium and iron), Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids. Before being cooked, gluten-free quinoa must always be rinsed under running water and subsequently cooked for 10-12 minutes then toast the beans to make it even tastier. It can be used to prepare delicious light starters or tasty vegetable-based soups. The Oltresole tricolor mix is also an excellent base for making vegan burgers or meatballs or fresh and genuine salads. PAIRING: Quinoa must always be rinsed under running water before being cooked: this procedure is used to eliminate the saponins, a protective coating that makes the seeds bitter. It should be cooked for 10-12 minutes in water (two cups of water for each cup of gluten free quinoa) and can be used to prepare delicious light starters or tasty soups. It is also an excellent base for making vegan burgers or meatballs: its high protein content makes it the ideal food for those who follow a vegetarian or vegan diet. The delicate taste of quinoa goes particularly well with legumes and vegetables, especially mushrooms and raw or cooked squash. Ginger, cumin or cardamom are the spices that go best with this food while from the point of view of animal proteins you will not go wrong with white meat, fish or shrimp. For a sweet version, go ahead with vanilla, chocolate, raisins and hazelnuts. WELLNESS AND HEALTH: It is considered by nutritionists to be a perfect food because it contains all the essential amino acids. It is very rich in proteins, vitamins and minerals. It contains greater amounts of iron than spinach and protein compared to soy. Thanks to its precious content of magnesium, potassium and phosphorus, it helps fight psycho-physical fatigue by improving the energy level. Oltresole bio quinoa is particularly suitable for celiacs as it is completely gluten free. At the same time it contains many carbohydrates and fibers which give it an important satiating power. White quinoa has a neutral flavor while red and black quinoa have a stronger taste. The mix adapts to any type of combination. FUN FACT: quinoa was already known to the Incas who called it “chisiya mama” which in Quechua means "the mother of all seeds". For over 5,000 years it has been cultivated on the stony plateaus of the Andes at altitudes between 3,800 and 4,200 meters. It is a very resistant plant that does not require special treatments to grow. Quinoa comes in red, yellow and black seeds and is grown mainly in Bolivia, Peru, Chile and Ecuador.