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Lightly Boiled Quinoa Calories

Whole grain, high protein, gluten-free, fiber source

CALORIES

120kcal

53medium

POTASSIUM

172mg

FIBER

2.8g

Lightly Boiled Quinoa Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

120

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

21.3g

· 72%

Protein

4.1g

· 14%

Fat

1.9g

· 14%

Fiber

2.8g

Lightly Boiled Quinoa Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

0.6mg · 12% DV

Folate

42µg · 11% DV

0.1mg · 8% DV

0.11mg · 8% DV

Minerals

Manganese

1mg · 43% DV

Phosphorus

152mg · 22% DV

Iron

2mg · 11% DV

Magnesium

39mg · 9% DV

Lightly Boiled Quinoa Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Medium

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

Is Lightly Boiled Quinoa Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Lightly Boiled Quinoa Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Lightly Boiled Quinoa Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Lightly Boiled Quinoa Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.2g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.5g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.1g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 12.1:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (12.1:1).

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Lightly Boiled Quinoa — Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in lightly boiled quinoa?

Lightly boiled quinoa contains 120 calories per 100 g. It also provides 4.1 g of protein, 21.3 g of carbohydrates, and 2.8 g of fiber per 100 g.

Is lightly boiled quinoa suitable for a gluten-free diet?

Yes, lightly boiled quinoa is compatible with a gluten-free diet. It is also suitable for vegan, vegetarian, Mediterranean, Paleo, flexitarian, and omnivore eating patterns.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.