White Quinoa seeds are cleaned by machine to a high purity of greater than 99%. Sap is already removed from these seeds through a dual process of washing and friction. As a result, our quinoa is pre-washed for cooking and no soaking is required to remove sapoline. Our Quinoa seeds are grown in a high-altitude Andean mountain region by small Peruvian farmers using sustainable organic techniques. Our quinoa is grown in the northern and southern Andean mountain ranges of Peru at 11,000-13,000 ft. using local mountain water. Most of the quinoa grown in South America is dried and packed in unhygienic conditions. We dry our quinoa in a controlled environment, then use water and friction to remove the high-quality quinoa seeds. Most companies use only one method to remove the sap. Hence, not all quinoa is the same. 

Our Quinoa seeds are naturally gluten-free and are a product of Peru.

How much does 1 cup of Quinoa make?

Quinoa seeds expand about 3-4 times their original size in water, so 1 cup of uncooked quinoa seeds makes approximately 4 cups of cooked quinoa. Easy to make: 1 cup quinoa, 2 cups water or broth, done in about 10-15 minutes.

How to use?

Quinoa is a great substitute for rice, couscous, and can be eaten in numerous ways. Try adding it directly to salad, or make it into sandwich patties. It is a super addition to vegetarian diets!
 

Quinoa Veggie Patties Sandwich

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup quinoa
• 3 large eggs, beaten
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 yellow or white chopped onion and cilantro leaves (as per the taste)
• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan 
• 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 cup whole grain bread crumbs, plus more if needed
• Water, if needed
• 2-3 tbsp n extra-virgin olive oil or clarified butter

1. Cook 1 cup of quinoa in 2-3 cups of water.
2. After the Quinoa is cool down, combine it with eggs, and salt in a medium bowl. Mix in the onion, cheese, cilantro and garlic.
3. Add and mix the bread crumbs and let sit for a few minutes so the crumbs can absorb some of the moisture to make patties. 
4. Heat the oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium-low heat, add patties (ensure they have enough space) cover, and cook for about 10 minutes, until the bottoms are deeply browned. *Carefully flip the patties*

Quinoa Pilaf

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup quinoa
• 1-2/3 cups water or broth
• 3 tablespoons oil
• 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 small red and yellow capsicum, chopped
• 1 cup parboiled green beans, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and ground black pepper
• 1/3 cup chopped toasted pecans/ almond sliced if desired

1. Cook 1 cup of quinoa in 2-3 cups of water separately.
2. Cook 1 cup of quinoa in 2-3 cups of water separately.
3. Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
4. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften, 2-3 minutes.
5. Add other chopped vegetable.
6. Add 1 tbsp of oil and garlic. 
7. Season vegetables with 1/4 teaspoon salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
8. Add cooked quinoa to vegetables and stir in pecans and almonds. Serve hot or warm.