Quinoa
Cereals and derivatives
86 Foods
Quinoa is a seed that is commonly classified as a whole grain, it is native to the Andes mountain range of Peru and Bolivia, although countries such as Colombia, Venezuela, Argentina, Ecuador and the United States also produce it and several countries in Europe and Asia also produce it with high yield. It provides essential amino acids with a high protein content that can equal cow's milk. Its nutritional and biological quality exceeds grains such as oats, wheat or corn, being highly desired.
Eatable percent | 100% |
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Calories (kcal) | 356kcal |
Protein (g) | 14.6g |
Lipids (g) | 4.4g |
Carbohydrates (g) | 64.6g |
Fiber (g) | 0g |
Tiamine (mg) | 0.65mg |
Riboflavin (mg) | 0.24mg |
Niacin (mg) | 1.7mg |
Vitamin C (mg) | 7mg |
Vitamin A (mg) | 0mg |
Calcium (mg) | 55mg |
Iron (mg) | 55mg |
Sodium (mg) | 0mg |
Phosphorus (mg) | 354mg |
Zinc (mg) | mg |