Enjoy Me...

• For the best flavour and a fluffy texture be sure to rinse your quinoa before cooking. Quinoa has a natural coating called ‘saponin’ which is its natural defence against insects, birds etc. Rinse it off to remove any hint of bitterness.
• Once cooked, fluff with a fork and let it come down to room temperature. Be sure to remove the lid whilst cooling. This helps dry the quinoa out, preventing it from getting gluey and clumpy.

How Interesting...

• Quinoa is a ‘pseudo-grain’ which means that although we use it as a grain it is actually a seed. This means it is higher in nutrients and protein than most grains. Quinoa is high in Manganese and a source of Folate, Magnesium, Phosphorus and Copper.