Garlic Quinoa

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“A future sown thousands of years ago”, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

The domestication of quinoa began over 4000 years ago in the mountainous Andes region of South America. It was a staple in both the diet and ceremonial life of the Incans who called it “the mother grain”. As we now know it to be a complete source of protein - one of the building blocks of life - it is not surprising that this little seed was valued so highly. We have paired our South American quinoa with aromatic roasted garlic for a flavorful twist. Garlic was found in central Asia as early as 2700BC, moving through history and spreading widely across ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and Indian cultures for its’ many culinary and medicinal properties. Today it is an essential ingredient in cuisines across the world. .

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Quinoa has a slightly nutty flavor and although it is actually a small seed, it is known as a “pseudo-grain” because it has similar properties to whole grains. Our Whole Grain Roasted Garlic Quinoa is aromatic and flavorful. It can be cooked whole like rice for a healthy side dish, or used as a wonderful base for a warm or cold salad.

Basic Cooking Instructions:

Bring 2 cups of water and 1 cup of quinoa to a boil. Add 1 tsp salt. Cover saucepan with tight fitting lid and cook on low heat for 15 minutes. Do not remove lid and let stand covered for 3 to 5 minutes, until water is absorbed. Yields 3 cups.

Storage Information:

Store in an airtight container after purchase for up to 1 year.

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Healthy Facts:

Quinoa is 100% natural, gluten-free, and easy to digest.
Quinoa is a great source of iron important for the production of red blood cells. Iron also helps our blood to oxygenate our bodies and keeps us from feeling fatigued.
Including quinoa in your diet can contribute to good cardiovascular health. It is free of cholesterol and rich in magnesium, a mineral that helps to relax muscles and blood vessels.
Quinoa is a complete source of vegetarian protein. According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, a vegetarian-based diet can help reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke by contributing to lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol, and lower weight.
Quinoa is rich in both soluble and insoluble fiber. A high fiber diet has been shown to reduce cholesterol and blood pressure, improve digestion, help to lower blood sugar levels, and contribute to healthy weight.
Quinoa and garlic are considered to be anti-inflammatory foods that can help to reduce pain and inflammation in the body. Garlic is also a good source of selenium and vitamin C, powerful antioxidants that help prevent free radical damage that can contribute to cardiovascular disease.
Garlic has antimicrobial properties and has been used to fight cold, flu, and other illnesses for thousands of years.

Cool Facts:

Ancient Grecian brides carried garlic and herbs instead of flowers on their wedding day.
Because quinoa is such a nutritional powerhouse, NASA earmarked it as a potential crop for its Controlled Ecological Life Support System on long term manned space journeys.
The United Nations declared 2013 “The International Year of Quinoa” in recognition of its many nutritional benefits and of the indigenous people of South America who have protected and cultivated quinoa for thousands of years.
There are over 120 varieties of quinoa!
During the Spanish colonization of South America in the 1500’s, quinoa was nearly eradicated by the Spanish in an attempt to weaken indigenous cultures through banning the cultivation of culturally significant crops.
Chicha is a traditional Andean fermented beverage made out of quinoa. Cheers!