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NOW Foods Livingnow Organic Tri Color Quinoa Description
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Delightful blend of white, red, and black quinoa.
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Good source of protein and iron.
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Always Made Without:
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Purely Gluten Free
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Certified USDA Organic
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Certified Gluten Free
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Non-GMO
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Vegetarian - Vegan
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Kosher
Living Now™ Tri-Color Quinoa is a good substitute for rice in recipes, and is often used in soups, stews, and casseroles.
It has a mild, delicate flavor that's slightly nutty, making it a popular addition to many vegetarian recipes. Sprinkle on your favorite salad for an extra burst of flavor and nutrition!
Living Now is more than just a brand of great-tasting gluten-free foods. - it's a way of life for a anyone with food sensitivities. This premium line was developed to provide wholesome, healthy foods bursting with flavor and made without gluten and major common allergens including wheat, nuts, soy, dairy, eggs, and shellfish. Living Now is produced in a dedicated allergy-friendly facility and is non-GMO with no artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives. With Living Now eating is safe, fun, and satisfying again.
Directions
Preparation Instructions:
**Note for 1 cup of Tri-Color Quinoa you will need 2 cups of water or stock.
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Place Tri-Color Quinoa in a mesh strainer and rinse under cold water.
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Place water or stock into a saucepan and bring to a boil.
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Add Tri-Color Quinoa and turn heat on low.
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Cover the pot and allow the Tri-Color Quinoa to cook for a minimum of 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.
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When Tri-Color Quinoa is ready, remove from saucepan and fluff with fork.
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Serve and enjoy!
Free Of
Wheat, gluten, GMOs, nuts, soy, dairy, eggs and shellfish, artificial flavors, colors or preservative.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1/4 Cup (46 g)
Servings per Container: About 9
| Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value |
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| Calories | 175 | |
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| Calories from Fat | 25 | |
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| Total Fat | 3 g | 5% |
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| Saturated Fat | 0 g | 0% |
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| Trans Fat | 0 g | |
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| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
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| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
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| Total Carbohydrate | 31 g | 10% |
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| Dietary Fiber | 2 g | 8% |
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| Sugars | 0 g | |
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| Protein | 6 g | 12% |
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| Vitamin A | | 0% |
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| Vitamin C | | 0% |
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| Calcium | | 6% |
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| Iron | | 25% |
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Other Ingredients: Organic white quinoa, organic red quinoa, organic black quinoa.
Produced in a dedicated allergy-friendly facility.
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Kale & Quinoa Salad with Homemade Dressing
Kale is one of the most nutrient-dense foods out there, with tons of good-for-you vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Despite the benefits, some people still don’t find it appealing. Luckily, this recipe brings kale together with other wholesome, tasty ingredients and a fresh dressing to change minds! Protein-rich quinoa, tomato, basil, crunchy pistachio and creamy avocado are tossed in, and an irresistible soy-shallot dressing is drizzled on top. The combo of flavors and textures will undoubtedly create some true kale believers. Pro tip: Remove kale stems and massage the leaves to make them softer and easier to chew.
Kale & Quinoa Salad with Homemade Dressing
Salad
- 4 cups curly kale (stems removed, chopped)
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup tomato (diced)
- ¼ cup basil (chopped)
- ¼ cup pistachios (shelled)
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- Chili powder
- Salt
Dressing
- 2 Tbsp. shallots (diced)
- 3 Tbsp. low sodium soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 Tbsp. honey
- ¼ cup lime juice
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- In medium salad bowl, toss together kale, quinoa, tomato, basil and pistachios.
- In small mixing bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients.
- Pour dressing over salad and mix to coat.
- Top with sliced avocado. Sprinkle with chili powder and salt. Serve immediately.
- Refrigerate remaining salad and consume within 24 hours.
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