The quinoa is a seed with unique characteristics to be consumed as a cereal, so we call it also pseudocereal. As such, it provides most of its calories in the form of complex carbohydrates, but also provides about 16 grams of protein per 100 grams and offers about 6 grams of fat in the same amount of food.
All these properties of quinoa are reflected in your health since it is a good ally to control cholesterol levels in a tasty way and very comfortable to prepare.
Its preparation is very simple (in just 15 min), and the number of quinoa recipes increases every day. First courses, seconds, appetizers and desserts for all palates and tastes.
Its contribution in fiber is another of the essential pieces of this superfood, since it helps regulate intestinal transit and combat constipation.
The high nutritional value of quinoa and the absence of gluten in its composition make it a good companion in the diets of people with celiac disease. Its low glycemic index brings it closer to the tables of those diners who have to supervise a little more their nutrition, as is the case of people with diabetes or that who are facing a diet to lose weight.