Quinoa has
many great benefits: It is very rich in fiber and magnesium, which protects against
hypertension; it is also a great source
of riboflavin; furthermore, it is used as an antiseptic in South America. Consequently it is known to be a ‘super-food’.
I.e., compared to white rice, a standard serving of quinoa has twice as much
protein and eight times as much fiber. Besides these health benefits, it is
also Gluten-free, which
makes it a great alternative for people who have to avoid Gluten.
Since some
people believe that it tastes a little plain, some restaurant chefs use a secret
trick and toast it first, which gives it a wonderful nutty, rich flavor. Their
recommendation is to spread the quinoa on a tray and place it in a 350-degree
oven for 8-10 minutes, until it’s golden brown. Then cook it according to the
instructions.
Quinoa is
also known to be slightly alkaline-forming, which is another health benefit.
