Organic
Organic Quinoa
SKU
14519
Size: 25 Pound
$60.75
Description
Description
Organic quinoa is commonly used similar to rice as a side dish or in salads. It is also often used in baked goods such as as bread, bars and cereals.
A member of the amaranth family, quinoa is an herbaceous annual plant grown for its edible seeds. Quinoa was domesticated by the Andean peoples 3,000 to 4,000 years where it was a staple food. The Incas called quinoa "chisoya mama" meaning mother of all grains.
Cooked quinoa is composed of 72% water, 21% carbohydrates, 4% protein and 2% fat. It is a rich source of the minerals manganese and phosphorous; and a moderate source of dietary fiber, folate, iron, zinc and magnesium.
SPECIFICATIONS
Moisture: ≤ 13.5%
Not Ready-To-Eat (RTE): Raw grains and the flour milled from grains are not RTE. This product is a raw ingredient and must be properly cooked, prior to being consumed.
Not Ready-To-Eat (RTE): Raw grains and the flour milled from grains are not RTE. This product is a raw ingredient and must be properly cooked, prior to being consumed.
ATTRIBUTES
- Organic
- Kosher
- Vegan
- Naturally Non GMO
- Naturally Gluten Free
- Stored in a SQF Certified Facility
- GloryBee is FSMA Compliant
SUGGESTED STORAGE
The product shelf life is dependent on storage conditions. It should be stored under cool, dry conditions and in a humidity-controlled environment. When stored under optimum conditions, the shelf life is 24 months from the date of manufacture.
Note: The specifications listed above are averages only. For information on specific lots, please request via our sales department.
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