Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How is quinoa prepared?

A: One cup of dry quinoa yields three cups of cooked quinoa. Simply rinse the quinoa and apply a 2-1 ratio of water to quinoa. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce it to low heat. Allow the quinoa to simmer covered and cook for 15 minutes, or until water is absorbed and remove from heat. Let the quinoa cool for 5 minutes, fluff with fork and serve.

Q: How many servings of quinoa may I consume per day?

A: Percent Daily Values, recommended dietary guidelines based on a 2,000 calorie diet, suggest a maximum of 300g of carbohydrates per day. Each ¼ cup (dry) serving of Quinoa contains 30g representing 10% of your daily total.

Q: Does quinoa require rinsing prior to use?

A: Typically quinoa is rinsed to remove bitter saponins which comprise the outer exterior of quinoa grains. Our quinoa is mechanically de-saponized, removing unwanted saponins and limiting rinse time. We recommend running cold water over our quinoa grains through a sieve for roughly one minute to ensure any remaining debris are removed.

Q: What are the differences between quinoa varieties?

A: Quinoa exists in a variety of colors, most commonly white, red and black varieties. White is often preferred over existing varieties due to its neutral properties and is easiest to incorporate into recipes without altering flavor or appearance.