quinoa

quinoa

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Quinoa contains K, E, D, A, B, C vitamins as well as high protein content. The fact that it contains too much protein and no animal protein makes it a plant that vegetarians often consume. It provides control of blood sugar for diabetic patients. It does not contain gluten. 100 grams of quinoa equals to 120 calories. It provides energy due to its high content of B12. Quinoa has a bitter shell. After cleaning from shell, it should be consumed after washing.

Recipes with quinoa