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Quinoa (Uncooked)

Quinoa (Uncooked) is a small seeded pseudo‑grain originally from the Andean region, widely used in South American and global cuisines as a base for salads, side dishes and porridges. It is known for its nutty flavor and fluffy texture after cooking. Nutritionally, Quinoa (Uncooked) is a plant source of protein, providing about 14.1g per 100g, and also contributes meaningful fiber and minerals such as magnesium and manganese while being very low in salt. Its fat is mostly unsaturated and it supplies more protein than many other grains. From a health perspective, quinoa stands out for its complete amino acid profile compared with most plant grains, good fiber content, and useful mineral content, making it a nutrient-dense choice for whole‑grain preparations.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~0.45€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

A+

Excellent

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Quinoa.

Calories

368 kcal

18% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

14 g

28% RDI

Fat

6.1 g

0.7g sat fat

Carbs

64 g

23% RDI

Sugar

0.9 g

2% RDI

Fiber

7 g

23% RDI

Salt

0 g

0% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

A+ · 8.4 / 10

Frequently asked

Q.01Is Quinoa (Uncooked) healthy?

Yes, Quinoa (Uncooked) is very healthy with a Health Grade of A+. It is a good source of dietary fiber (7g per 100g).

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Quinoa (Uncooked)?

Quinoa (Uncooked) is NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Is Quinoa (Uncooked) gluten free?

Yes, Quinoa (Uncooked) is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Quinoa (Uncooked)?

100g of Quinoa (Uncooked) contains 368 kcal, 14.1g protein, 64.2g carbohydrates, 6.1g fat, and 7g fiber.

Q.04Is Quinoa (Uncooked) vegan?

Yes, Quinoa (Uncooked) is vegan.

Q.06Is Quinoa (Uncooked) lactose free?

Yes, Quinoa (Uncooked) is lactose free.

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